Mish Qengji në Tavë me Kërpudha dhe Erëza
Baked Lamb with Mushrooms and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or rice are added to the bake. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Albanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb, slow-baked in a traditional clay pot (tavë) or oven with a generous amount of fresh mushrooms, garlic, onions, and a medley of aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme, in olive oil.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, fresh mushrooms (cremini, button), onions, garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, chicken/beef broth.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or rice are added to the bake. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener for the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Mish Qengji në Tavë me Kërpudha dhe Erëza, ju lutem pa patate, oriz apo miell.
For the Mish Qengji në Tavë me Kërpudha dhe Erëza, please confirm no potatoes, rice, or flour used.
Watch out for
Potatoes/rice hidden in the bake, flour-based thickeners for the sauce, excessive use of onions or other root vegetables (ask for minimal).
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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