Mish Qofte (Pa Bukë)
Pan-fried Beef/Lamb Patties (No Breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: aBSOLUTELY crucial to request NO breadcrumbs or flour in the meat mixture. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Seasoned ground beef or lamb (or a mix), mixed with finely minced onion, garlic, and fresh herbs, formed into patties and pan-fried until golden brown and cooked through. The dish specifically omits breadcrumbs.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion (finely minced), garlic (minced), fresh parsley/mint, salt, black pepper, olive oil/butter for frying.
How to make it keto
ABSOLUTELY crucial to request NO breadcrumbs or flour in the meat mixture. Ensure no high-carb sauces or sides (e.g., rice, fries, bread) are served.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Mish Qofte, është shumë e rëndësishme: pa bukë të grirë apo miell në përzierjen e mishit. Dhe pa salca apo shoqëruese me karbohidrate si oriz, patate të skuqura apo bukë.
For the Mish Qofte, it's very important: no breadcrumbs or flour in the meat mixture, please. And no high-carb sauces or sides like rice, fries, or bread.
Watch out for
Hidden breadcrumbs or flour in the patty mixture. High-carb sauces (e.g., tomato-based with sugar) often served with meatballs.
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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