Shorbet Lahmeh (Keto Modified)
Clear Lamb Broth with Meat (Noodle-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no noodles, rice, potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are added. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Syrian dishes.
What it is
A comforting and nourishing clear broth made from slow-simmered lamb meat and bones, infused with aromatic spices and a few non-starchy vegetables. Served strictly without noodles, rice, or starchy root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (e.g., chunks from shank or shoulder), lamb bones, water, onion, bay leaf, cardamom pods, black peppercorns, salt. Optional non-starchy vegetables like celery or small amount of zucchini.
How to make it keto
Confirm no noodles, rice, potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are added. Ensure no thickening agents are used.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
شوربة لحم، من فضلك تأكد أنها بدون شعيرية، أرز، بطاطا، جزر، أو خضروات نشوية أخرى. ولا تستخدم أي مواد مكثفة.
For Shorbet Lahmeh, please confirm no noodles, rice, potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables. No thickening agents.
Watch out for
Onions contribute minimal carbs; potential for restaurant to add starchy vegetables or hidden sugars.
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.
More on the Syrian menuAll 242 Syrian dishes ›
