Lsan Bel Zeit w'Thoum
Tunisian Beef Tongue with Olive Oil & Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
Tender, thinly sliced beef tongue, pre-cooked until tender, then either slowly simmered or pan-seared in rich olive oil with abundant garlic, fresh parsley, and a hint of earthy cumin or caraway. A rustic and intensely flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, cumin/caraway, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables, rice, or bread are served alongside this dish.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لـ Lsan Bel Zeit w'Thoum، من فضلك بدون خضروات نشوية، أرز، أو خبز جانبي.
For Lsan Bel Zeit w'Thoum, please serve without starchy vegetables, rice, or bread.
Watch out for
Served with bread/potatoes, hidden sugars in any complex sauces, cross-contamination.
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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