Tavë Kërpudhash me Mish dhe Djathë
Mushroom Bake with Meat and Cheese
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs, flour, or other starchy binders are used in the meat mixture or bake. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Albanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting baked dish featuring layers of sautéed mushrooms, seasoned ground meat (typically beef or lamb), and generous amounts of Albanian white cheese, often baked in a traditional clay pot (tavë).
Key ingredients
Mushrooms (cremini, button), ground beef or lamb, Albanian white cheese (feta-like), extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic, eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs, flour, or other starchy binders are used in the meat mixture or bake. Ensure full-fat cheese and cream are used.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Tavë Kërpudhash me Mish dhe Djathë, sigurohuni pa bukë të grirë, miell apo niseshte. Ju lutem me djathë dhe krem qumështi me yndyrë të plotë.
For the Tavë Kërpudhash me Mish dhe Djathë, confirm no breadcrumbs, flour, or starch. Please use full-fat cheese and cream.
Watch out for
Onions, some carbs from mushrooms, potential hidden flour/breadcrumbs as binder.
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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