Tavë Elbasani
Elbasan Pan (Baked Lamb/Chicken with Yogurt Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: mUST request no flour (miell) for thickening the yogurt sauce. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Albanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A creamy and savory dish from Elbasan, featuring tender pieces of lamb or chicken baked in a rich, tangy yogurt-based sauce, often with a hint of garlic and a pinch of mint.
Key ingredients
Lamb or chicken, thick yogurt (kos), eggs, flour (traditionally used for thickening), butter, salt, pepper, garlic, dill or mint.
How to make it keto
MUST request no flour (miell) for thickening the yogurt sauce. Ask for minimal garlic (can add carbs). Ensure no rice is served with it.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Tavë Elbasan pa miell për salcën e kosit, me pak hudhra dhe pa oriz, ju lutem.
Please prepare the Tavë Elbasani without flour for the yogurt sauce. Use minimal garlic and no rice, please.
Watch out for
Flour as a thickener, significant amounts of garlic, potential for hidden starches.
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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