Kalam Tarkari
Cabbage and Meat Stew (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Afghan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring tender cabbage and pieces of lamb or beef cooked in a savory tomato and onion-based sauce with Afghan spices. For keto, it is served without rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stew meat, green cabbage, tomatoes (canned or fresh), onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin, olive oil or ghee, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice. Confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are added. Ask to minimize tomato paste if possible due to potential added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
کلم ترکاری را بدون برنج میخواهم. تأیید کنید که کچالو یا دیگر سبزیجات پرکاربوهیدرات ندارد. اگر ممکن است، رُب کمتری استفاده کنید.
For Kalam Tarkari, no rice, please. Confirm no potatoes or high-carb vegetables. Can you minimize tomato paste?
Watch out for
Usually served with rice. Tomatoes and onions contribute to carb count. Possible hidden sugars in restaurant preparations.
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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