Dolma-e Kadu ba Qima
Stuffed Zucchini with Spiced Ground Meat (No Rice)
No, skip this one: about 17g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Tender zucchini halves hollowed out and filled with a rich mixture of spiced ground lamb or beef, then slow-cooked in a light tomato-based sauce. A satisfying and wholesome dish.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, ground lamb or beef, onions, garlic, various Afghan spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric), tomatoes (for sauce), cooking oil.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, ensure the filling contains NO rice. Ask for the filling to be primarily meat and onions/spices. Confirm the tomato sauce has no added sugar. Request extra low-carb vegetables on the side if available.
If you order it anyway, say this (Dari)
دلمه کدو با قیمه را بدون برنج در مواد پرشده میخواهم؛ فقط گوشت، پیاز و ادویه. لطفاً تایید کنید که سس گوجه آن شکر اضافه ندارد. اگر ممکن است، سبزیجات کمکاربوهیدرات اضافی بدهید.
For Dolma-e Kadu ba Qima, no rice in the filling; just meat, onions, and spices. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Extra low-carb vegetables on the side, if possible.
Watch out for
The primary risk is rice being included in the meat filling, which is traditional for many dolma recipes. Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce. Onions contribute moderate carbs.
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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