Nkhakh w Lsanat ma' Bayd
Sautéed Lamb Brain and Tongue with Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Syrian dishes.
What it is
A rich and savory mezze or breakfast dish featuring tender lamb brain and sliced tongue sautéed with onions, garlic, and herbs, then finished with scrambled or fried eggs. Naturally high in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Lamb brain, lamb tongue, eggs, olive oil or ghee, onions, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served on the side. Request minimal onion.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
النخاخ واللسانات مع بيض، بدون خبز لو سمحت. والبصل يكون قليل.
For Nkhakh w Lsanat ma' Bayd, no bread please. And minimal onion.
Watch out for
Small amounts from onions and garlic. Potential for hidden sugar in seasoning if not specified.
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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