Kliawi Maqliya
Pan-Fried Kidneys
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal onion and confirm no flour is used for dredging or in any accompanying sauce. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb or beef kidneys, quickly pan-fried with finely sliced onions, garlic, and fresh herbs, often seasoned with cumin and coriander.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef kidneys, olive oil, onion (minimal), garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request minimal onion and confirm no flour is used for dredging or in any accompanying sauce. Ensure no bread is served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كلاوي مقلية، لو سمحت مع قليل بصل وبدون طحين للقلي أو في الصلصة. وبدون خبز.
Kliawi Maqliya, please use minimal onion and no flour for dredging or sauce. No bread, please.
Watch out for
Excessive use of onion, flour coating on the kidneys, presence of high-carb side dishes (e.g., bread, rice).
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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