Kofta të Pjekura pa Bukë me Kungulleshka
Baked Keto Meatballs with Zucchini
Yes, with a tweak: specify 'pa bukë' (without bread) or 'pa oriz' (without rice) for the meatballs. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory Albanian-style meatballs (kofta) prepared without traditional breadcrumbs or rice, made from seasoned ground meat (beef, lamb, or a mixture), and baked with sliced zucchini in a light, herbaceous sauce. This creates a flavorful and tender keto-friendly meal.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, zucchini, olive oil, onions, garlic, parsley, mint, egg (as binder), salt, black pepper, broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify 'pa bukë' (without bread) or 'pa oriz' (without rice) for the meatballs. Confirm that any sauce used is not thickened with starch or flour.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Koftat e Pjekura pa Bukë me Kungulleshka, ju lutem konfirmoni që nuk ka oriz. Gjithashtu, sigurohuni që salca të mos jetë trashur me niseshte apo miell.
For the Kofta të Pjekura pa Bukë me Kungulleshka, please confirm no rice. Also, ensure the sauce is not thickened with starch or flour.
Watch out for
Traditional meatballs (qofte) almost always contain breadcrumbs or rice. Restaurant sauces can also contain hidden thickeners or sugars.
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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