Gosht-e Biryan
Roasted Lamb/Beef with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or bread. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Afghan dishes.
What it is
Slow-roasted or pan-seared pieces of lamb or beef, highly seasoned with traditional Afghan spices, resulting in exceptionally tender and flavorful meat. For keto, it is served as a standalone protein with a side salad or steamed low-carb vegetables, not with rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin, garam masala, olive oil or ghee, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or bread. Request a side of plain salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead of any high-carb accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
گوشت بریان را بدون برنج یا نان میخواهم. لطفاً به جای آن یک سالاد ساده یا سبزیجات بخارپز کمکاربوهیدرات بدهید.
For Gosht-e Biryan, no rice or bread, please. Can I have a side of plain salad or steamed low-carb vegetables instead?
Watch out for
This dish is almost always served with rice. Some marinades might contain small amounts of sugar or fruit puree for tenderness.
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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