Lham Maala
Tunisian Braised Lamb
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no thickeners like flour are used in the sauce. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-braised lamb (or beef) in a rich, aromatic sauce, typically made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and traditional Tunisian spices. Served traditionally with bread or couscous, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg, onions, garlic, ripe tomatoes, tomato paste, olive oil, turmeric, caraway, coriander, paprika, black pepper, bay leaf, water or broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no thickeners like flour are used in the sauce. Omit any accompanying bread, couscous, or rice. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables like steamed broccoli or a simple green salad without dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم معلى بدون أي دقيق أو نشا لتكثيف الصلصة. من فضلك، بدون خبز أو كسكسي أو أرز. أرغب في خضار غير نشوية مطبوخة بالبخار أو سلطة خضراء سادة.
For Lham Maala, please ensure no flour is used as a thickener. Omit any bread, couscous, or rice. I'd like a side of steamed non-starchy vegetables or a plain green salad.
Watch out for
Tomato paste and fresh tomatoes contribute carbs; ensure moderation. Some restaurants might use sugar to balance acidity in the sauce. Always confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener.
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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