Basturma
Cured Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, air-dried, cured beef heavily coated in a spice paste (chaman) made from fenugreek, garlic, and red pepper.
Key ingredients
Beef tenderloin/sirloin, fenugreek, red pepper, garlic, cumin, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or fruit is served alongside, as it's typically an appetizer.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Բաստուրմայի հետ հաց կամ միրգ չտաք, խնդրում եմ։
For the Basturma, please no bread or fruit served alongside.
Watch out for
None inherent in the dish. Can be served with high-carb accompaniments like bread or melon.
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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