Marag Lahm (Keto Style)
Spiced Lamb Broth (Keto Style, No Noodles/Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added noodles, rice, potatoes, or legumes. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
A rich, aromatic broth made from slow-cooked lamb, often flavored with onions, garlic, and traditional Saudi whole spices. Can include tender pieces of lamb meat.
Key ingredients
Lamb bones/meat, water, onion, garlic, whole spices (cinnamon, cardamom, bay leaf, black pepper, cloves), salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no added noodles, rice, potatoes, or legumes. Ask for clear broth with any available lamb pieces, and extra fat if desired.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مرق لحم، بدون مكرونة، أرز، بطاطس، أو بقوليات. فقط مرق صافي مع قطع لحم الضأن المتاحة، وممكن دهن إضافي؟
Marag Lahm, please ensure no noodles, rice, potatoes, or legumes. Just clear broth with lamb pieces and extra fat.
Watch out for
Often served as a side to rice or with noodles; these must be completely omitted. Small amounts of onion in the broth are usually negligible. Ensure no starchy vegetables are included.
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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