Kharouf Bil Ashta

Kharouf Bil Ashta is a delightful Lebanese dessert featuring tender lamb meat served with a luscious low-carb cream sauce. This unique dish balances savory and sweet flavors, making it a perfect indulgence for those watching their carb intake.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 200 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Heavy cream - 200 milliliters
• Sweetener (erythritol or stevia) - 2 tablespoons
• Rosewater - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped pistachios - 2 tablespoons, for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced lamb and brown on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the lamb and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
3. Pour in 100 milliliters of heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and let it cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining heavy cream, sweetener, and rosewater until well combined. Set aside.
5. Once the lamb is tender and the sauce is thickened, divide the lamb mixture into two serving dishes.
6. Spoon the rosewater cream sauce over the lamb, ensuring each dish is generously covered.
7. Garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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