Lahm Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of lamb meat, often from the leg or shoulder, marinated simply with onion juice, olive oil, and spices, then grilled on skewers. A staple of Saudi barbecues.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (cubed), onion juice, olive oil, black pepper, salt, sometimes a pinch of paprika or sumac.
Optional tweaks
Request 'bidoun rozz, bidoun khobz' (without rice, without bread). Ask for a simple side salad (cucumber, tomato, lettuce) with olive oil and lemon, or grilled low-carb vegetables. Confirm no sugary glazes.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم مشوي بدون أرز وبدون خبز من فضلك. أريد سلطة بسيطة بزيت الزيتون والليمون، أو خضروات مشوية قليلة الكربوهيدرات. وتأكد لي أنه بدون طلاء سكري.
Lahm Mashwi, please without rice and without bread. I'd like a simple salad with olive oil and lemon, or grilled low-carb vegetables. No sugary glaze.
Watch out for
Marinades potentially containing hidden sugars (less common for lamb mashwi than chicken). Onion juice (minimal carbs). Accompaniments like rice, fries, or sugary sauces.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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