Keto Arayes Lamb and Cheese

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Keto Arayes Lamb and Cheese—a low-carb twist on a Middle Eastern favorite that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. These golden-brown pastries feature a perfectly spiced ground lamb and melted mozzarella cheese filling, wrapped in a tender almond flour dough that's completely gluten-free and keto-friendly. Enhanced with aromatic seasonings like cumin, coriander, and paprika, and bursting with freshness from garlic and parsley, this recipe delivers bold flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, these delectable arayes are perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or impressing your guests with a healthy yet indulgent dish. Try serving them alongside a crisp salad or a creamy tahini dip for a truly authentic keto feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground lamb
• 150 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 300 grams Almond flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, minced garlic, chopped onion, fresh parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Add the shredded mozzarella cheese to the lamb mixture and mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the almond flour with baking powder. Add the eggs and 1 tablespoon of olive oil and knead until a dough forms.

Step 5

Divide the almond flour dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a disc shape.

Step 6

Spoon a portion of the lamb and cheese mixture onto one half of each dough disc. Fold the other half over the filling, pressing the edges to seal tightly.

Step 7

Brush the tops of each arayes with the remaining olive oil.

Step 8

Place the arayes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 9

Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.

Step 10

Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1219.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4054.7

Total Fat 318.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 969.9mg	0%
Sodium 5850.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 234.9g	0%

Vitamin D 102IU	0%
Calcium 1979.7mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 2313.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.8%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 8.6%