Kyurdzik
Armenian Spiced Air-Dried Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Armenian delicacy of thinly sliced, air-dried beef, heavily spiced with garlic, pepper, and sometimes fenugreek (though less than Basturma). Naturally very low carb and served as a cold appetizer or snack.
Key ingredients
Beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, cumin (optional), fenugreek (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugars in spice rub, which is typical for authentic preparation.
Watch out for
None if authentically prepared; check for sugar in commercial varieties.
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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