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Jigar

Pan-fried Lamb Liver with Onions and Tomatoes

Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are added. About 11g net carbs per serving.

Needs a tweakHigh ProteinLamb
Jigar, Afghan dish
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11gNet carbs
15gTotal carbs
4gFibre
65gProtein
50gFat
750Calories

What it is

Tender pieces of lamb liver quickly pan-fried with caramelized onions, fresh tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Seasoned with traditional Afghan spices like cumin and black pepper, creating a rich and savory dish. Naturally keto when served without bread or rice.

Key ingredients

Lamb liver, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chilies, cumin, black pepper

How to make it keto

Ensure no potatoes are added. Confirm no sugar is used in the preparation. Request to be served strictly without rice, naan, or other starchy sides.

Say this to the waiter (Dari)

لطفاً جگر را بدون کچالو و شکر آماده کنید. همراه با نان، برنج یا سایر نشایسته ها سرو نشود.

For Jigar, please ensure no potatoes or sugar are added. Serve strictly without rice, naan, or any other starchy sides.

Watch out for

Restaurant portions often use substantial caramelized onions, which contribute to total carbs. Hidden sugars in tomato paste are possible. This dish is frequently served with bread by default.

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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