Qarma-e Gosht
Spiced Dried Lamb Stew (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust and intensely flavorful stew crafted from 'qarma' (sun-dried lamb), slow-cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and a rich blend of traditional Afghan spices. The dried meat offers a unique texture and concentrated savory taste.
Key ingredients
Dried lamb (qarma), Onions, Tomatoes, Garlic, Ginger, Cumin, Coriander, Turmeric, Vegetable oil or Ghee, Salt, Black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base and no high-carb thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
لطفاً قرمه گوشت را بدون برنج سرو کنید. مطمئن شوید که در سس گوجه فرنگی شکر یا مواد غلیظ کننده نشایسته دار استفاده نشده است.
For Qarma-e Gosht, please serve without rice. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base or high-carb thickeners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce, flour thickeners, large portion of onions/tomatoes.
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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