Barishte Mali të Ziera me Mish Dhie
Boiled Wild Mountain Greens with Goat Meat
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice or potatoes are added to the stew. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Albanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, earthy wild mountain greens (various foraged edible plants) boiled and then gently simmered with succulent pieces of goat meat, garlic, and olive oil. A traditional, healthy, and deeply flavorful country dish.
Key ingredients
Goat meat (stewing cuts), mixed wild mountain greens (e.g., wild spinach, dandelion, chard-like greens), olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, chicken/beef broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice or potatoes are added to the stew. Confirm that only keto-friendly greens are used (no legumes or starchy vegetables).
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Barishte Mali të Ziera me Mish Dhie, ju lutem pa oriz, patate apo perime niseshteje. Vetëm barishte keto-friendly.
For Barishte Mali të Ziera me Mish Dhie, please no rice, potatoes, or starchy vegetables. Use only keto-friendly greens.
Watch out for
Potatoes/rice in the stew, flour-based thickeners, high-carb root vegetables, or other legumes sometimes included (ask to omit).
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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