Shakriyyeh (Lamb in Yogurt)
An icon of the Levantine table at Eid and celebrations: tender lamb slow-cooked in a warm yoghurt sauce thickened with a little starch and scented with onion and aromatic spices. The protein of the meat and yoghurt gives deep fullness and excellent stability, with a moderate glycemic index (≈50).
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Fill your plate with lamb and warm yoghurt sauce, and keep the vermicelli rice on the side to 4 or 5 spoonfuls; the cooked yoghurt is rich in protein and helps keep your energy steady for hours.
Best preparation methods
Cook the yoghurt with just a very little cornflour to bind it, and use the natural lamb stock with onion for a rich flavour without extra oil or fat.
Important Nutritional Note
Shakriyyeh is a warm, comforting dish that is easy to digest and an excellent source of calcium and complete protein; smart control of the rice on the side is the secret to enjoying it without an after-meal slump.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 11 g | 27.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8 g | 20 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 18.2 g |
| Fat | 9.5 g | 23.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.7 g | 1.8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Arabic dishes with a glycemic index (24), it ranks 16 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Shakriyyeh (Lamb in Yogurt) good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 250 g portion gives 400 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Shakriyyeh (Lamb in Yogurt) affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 50 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 250 g portion has a glycemic load of 9.1 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Shakriyyeh (Lamb in Yogurt)?
A typical 250 g portion of Shakriyyeh (Lamb in Yogurt) provides about 400 kcal, 27.5 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate, 23.8 g fat and 1.8 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.