Qofte
Meatballs
Yes, with a tweak: eSSENTIAL to request NO breadcrumbs (bukë) or rice. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory ground meat patties, typically beef, lamb, or a mix, seasoned with herbs and spices. Traditionally fried or grilled. Keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb/mix, onion, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, pepper, oil for frying. *Crucially, traditionally includes breadcrumbs or rice.*
How to make it keto
ESSENTIAL to request NO breadcrumbs (bukë) or rice. Confirm they use only meat, herbs, onion, egg.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Qoftet pa bukë apo oriz, ju lutem. Vetëm mish, erëza, qepë dhe vezë.
For the Qofte, please ensure there are no breadcrumbs or rice. Just meat, herbs, onion, and egg.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs (very common), rice, significant onion content.
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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