Bayd bil Jibneh
Eggs with Cheese (Scrambled or Fried)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Syrian dishes.
What it is
A simple and comforting breakfast or light meal of eggs cooked with melted Syrian cheese. Can be prepared scrambled, fried, or baked together.
Key ingredients
Eggs, Syrian cheese (e.g., Akkawi, Jibneh Arabieh), butter or olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour or starch is used. Request no bread accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بيض بالجبنة، من فضلكم تأكدوا من عدم استخدام طحين أو نشا. وبدون أي خبز جانبي.
For the Bayd bil Jibneh, please confirm no flour or starch is used. And no bread on the side.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from cheese. Ensure no hidden sugars in seasoning.
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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