Lahm Baqar Dhayl (Keto Modified)
Braised Beef Oxtail (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: exclude potatoes, carrots, or other root vegetables. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent beef oxtail, slow-braised until fork-tender in a rich and aromatic broth seasoned with traditional Syrian spices. Modified to exclude starchy vegetables like potatoes and carrots, focusing on the meaty, fatty essence of the dish.
Key ingredients
Beef oxtail, olive oil, onion, garlic, sugar-free tomato paste (minimal), beef broth, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, allspice berries, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, exclude potatoes, carrots, or other root vegetables. Ensure tomato paste is sugar-free and used sparingly. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم بقر ذيل، من فضلك بدون بطاطا، جزر، أو خضروات جذرية. معجون الطماطم بدون سكر وبكمية قليلة. لا تستخدم طحين أو نشا للتكثيف.
For Lahm Baqar Dhayl, please no potatoes, carrots, or root vegetables. Sugar-free tomato paste, used sparingly. No flour or cornstarch thickeners.
Watch out for
Onions and minimal tomato paste contribute to carbs; potential for hidden starches or sugars in restaurant preparations.
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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