Laban Khill
Spicy Fermented Yogurt Spread (without bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bread is served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A tangy, spicy, and pungent fermented yogurt or dairy spread, often seasoned generously with red pepper flakes and olive oil. It has a distinctive sharp flavor and a softer texture than Shanklish, typically served as a mezze. Keto when served with a spoon or low-carb dippers instead of bread.
Key ingredients
Fermented yogurt, red pepper flakes, olive oil
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no bread is served. Confirm no added starches or sugars in the fermented dairy product.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لبن خل، من فضلك بدون خبز. وهل يمكن التأكد أنه لا يوجد نشويات أو سكر مضاف؟
For the Laban Khill, please no bread. Can you confirm there are no added starches or sugars?
Watch out for
Almost always served with bread; ensure omission. Some commercial dairy products may contain stabilizers or sugars. Fermentation reduces lactose, but some residual carbs may exist.
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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