Gandana Qima
Minced Meat with Leeks
No, skip this one: about 16g 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 savory dish featuring seasoned minced lamb or beef cooked with sautéed fresh leeks, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and a blend of aromatic Afghan spices. Rich and flavorful, traditionally served as a main course.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb or beef, leeks, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chilies, turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper, salt, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil or ghee).
If you order it anyway
Request to serve without naan bread or rice. Confirm no sugar is added during cooking.
If you order it anyway, say this (Dari)
گندنه قیما را بدون نان و برنج سرو کنید. لطفاً تأیید کنید که در پخت آن بوره اضافه نشده است.
Please serve Gandana Qima without naan or rice. Also, confirm no sugar is added during cooking.
Watch out for
Leeks and onions can contribute moderate carbs in large portions. Tomatoes and potential hidden sugar in restaurant-prepared spice mixes or tomato paste.
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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