Kyufta
Armenian Meatballs (No Binders)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for no breadcrumbs, flour, or other binders. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
Large, finely ground beef meatballs, typically poached in broth or pan-fried. Known for their smooth texture and simple seasoning. A staple often made without fillers, making it easily adaptable.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (very finely ground), onion, salt, black pepper, cumin (optional), broth or cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for no breadcrumbs, flour, or other binders. Request pan-fried or poached in clear broth. Avoid any starchy sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Քյուֆթայի մեջ խնդրում եմ սուխարի, ալյուր կամ այլ կապող բաղադրիչներ չլինեն։ Կարո՞ղ եք տապակել կամ եփել մաքուր արգանակի մեջ։ Խնդրում եմ օսլայով սոուսներ չլինեն։
For the Kyufta, please no breadcrumbs, flour, or other binders. Can it be pan-fried or poached in clear broth? No starchy sauces.
Watch out for
Hidden breadcrumbs or flour used as binders; a small amount of onion contributes minimal carbs.
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.
More on the Armenian menuAll 506 Armenian dishes ›
