Makhlama Lahm (Scrambled Eggs with Meat)
Scrambled Eggs with Ground Meat and Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Saudi breakfast or brunch dish, featuring scrambled eggs cooked with seasoned ground meat (often lamb or beef), onions, and tomatoes, all richly spiced.
Key ingredients
Eggs, ground meat (lamb or beef), onions, tomatoes, olive oil or ghee, spices (cumin, black pepper, turmeric, chili powder), sometimes green chili.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside. Request no hidden sugars in the tomato mixture.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لمخلمة لحم، من فضلك بدون خبز جانبي. وتأكد من عدم وجود سكر مضاف في خلطة الطماطم.
For Makhlama Lahm, please ensure no bread is served alongside. And no added sugar in the tomato mixture.
Watch out for
Served with bread for dipping. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to the tomato.
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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