Keto Kebbet Sanieh (Bulgur-Free Baked Kibbeh)
Bulgur-Free Baked Kibbeh Tray
Yes, with a tweak: no bulgur in the outer layers; the 'dough' is made purely from well-seasoned ground meat, potentially with a small amount of almond flour or egg as a binder. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Syrian dish transformed for a ketogenic lifestyle. This version features two layers of highly spiced ground meat (replacing the traditional bulgur-based shell) enveloping a savory filling of minced meat, sautéed onions, and toasted pine nuts, all baked in a tray to a golden perfection.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb (for outer shell and filling), onion, pine nuts, spices (allspice, black pepper, cinnamon), olive oil or ghee.
How to make it keto
Crucially, no bulgur in the outer layers; the 'dough' is made purely from well-seasoned ground meat, potentially with a small amount of almond flour or egg as a binder. Ensure no flour or starch is added to the filling. Served without bread or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لكبة صينية كيتو، ضروري بدون برغل في الكبة. وبدون طحين أو نشا في الحشوة. وبدون خبز أو أرز.
For Keto Kebbet Sanieh, no bulgur in the kibbeh at all. No flour or starch in the filling. No bread or rice.
Watch out for
Onion, pine nuts.
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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