Kafta bi Tahini bil Sayniyeh
Baked Kafta with Tahini Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: omit all potato slices. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful ground meat patties (kafta) made with minced lamb or beef and parsley, baked in a rich, creamy tahini, lemon, and garlic sauce. The traditional version often includes potato slices, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Ground beef or lamb, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, onions, fresh parsley, spices (allspice, black pepper, salt).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit all potato slices. Ensure no added starch or sugar in the tahini sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة بطحينة بالصينية، من فضلك بدون شرائح البطاطا. وتأكد من عدم وجود نشا أو سكر مضاف في صلصة الطحينة.
For the Kafta bi Tahini, please omit all potato slices. Ensure no added starch or sugar in the tahini sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes (if not explicitly omitted), hidden sugars in tahini, or starch in sauce for thickening.
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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