Yakhnet Sabanekh
Spinach and Meat Stew (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Saudi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring fresh spinach slow-cooked with tender pieces of lamb or beef, garlic, cilantro, and tomato paste, seasoned with spices. Delicious and warming, served without rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef stew meat, fresh spinach, garlic, cilantro, diced tomatoes/tomato paste, olive oil, spices (coriander, cumin).
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. Confirm no sugar in the tomato base. Explicitly request no rice or bread on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
ليخنة سبانخ، من فضلك بدون بطاطس أو خضروات نشوية أخرى. تأكد لي أن قاعدة الطماطم خالية من السكر. وقدمها بدون أرز أو خبز.
For Yakhnet Sabanekh, no potatoes or starchy vegetables, please. Confirm no sugar in the tomato base. Serve without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Some restaurants may add potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce. Always served with rice traditionally, so must specify omission.
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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