Doogh-e Gosht
Savory Meat Yogurt Stew
No, skip this one: about 18g 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
A distinctive Afghan stew featuring tender pieces of lamb or beef slow-cooked in a tangy, savory yogurt-based sauce with fresh mint and spices. The rich, creamy texture is deeply satisfying.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef (diced), plain full-fat yogurt (or doogh), onions, garlic, dried mint, fresh mint, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, ghee), turmeric, salt, pepper, water.
If you order it anyway
Request without rice or naan. Crucially, confirm no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the yogurt sauce. Inquire about sugar content.
If you order it anyway, say this (Dari)
دوغ گوشت را بدون برنج یا نان میخواهم. لطفاً تایید کنید که از آرد یا نشایسته برای غلیظ کردن سس ماست استفاده نشده است. آیا شکر اضافه دارد؟
For Doogh-e Gosht, no rice or naan. Confirm no flour or cornstarch used to thicken the yogurt sauce. Is there any added sugar?
Watch out for
Served with rice or naan. Yogurt contains natural lactose (carbs). Restaurants may use flour/cornstarch as thickeners. Potential for hidden sugars.
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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