Basturma Dzvadzeghov
Eggs with Cured Beef Pastrami (Basturma)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
A classic Armenian breakfast or brunch dish featuring thinly sliced, aromatic basturma (air-dried cured beef) pan-fried until slightly crispy, then cooked with fresh eggs, often to a runny yolk perfection.
Key ingredients
Basturma (cured beef pastrami), eggs, butter or olive oil, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed; this dish is naturally keto. Ensure it's served as-is without any accompanying bread.
Watch out for
Usually served with bread in traditional settings; ensure this is omitted. Some basturma preparations can have trace sugars in the curing spice rub, but generally negligible.
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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