Qalayet Bandora (Lahmeh)
Lamb and Tomato Skillet (Restaurant Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread, rice, or potato-based sides. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Syrian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful skillet dish featuring tender cubes of lamb (or ground lamb) sautéed with fresh, ripe tomatoes, ample garlic, and sometimes onions, often finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or mint. Served hot, straight from the pan.
Key ingredients
Lamb cubes (or ground lamb), fresh ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, onions (optional but common), fresh parsley/mint, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no bread, rice, or potato-based sides. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or accompanying sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لقلاية بندورة، رجاءً بدون خبز، رز أو بطاطا كإضافات. وتأكدوا أن لا يوجد سكر مضاف في صلصة البندورة أو الصلصات المرافقة.
For the Qalayet Bandora, please serve without bread, rice, or potato sides. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base or sauces.
Watch out for
High quantities of onions/garlic, hidden sugar in tomato sauce/paste, starchy side dishes (e.g., rice, bread).
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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