Ltsakashu
Layered Cabbage and Ground Meat Bake
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no rice, bulgur, or other grains should be mixed with the ground meat. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rustic Armenian casserole featuring savory layers of tender braised cabbage leaves alternating with seasoned ground lamb or beef, baked until deeply flavorful and comforting.
Key ingredients
Green cabbage, ground lamb or beef, onions, garlic, unsweetened tomato paste, olive oil, butter, beef broth, fresh parsley, fresh dill, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no rice, bulgur, or other grains should be mixed with the ground meat. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken any liquid components.
Watch out for
Carbs from cabbage (can accumulate in a large portion) and onions. Hidden sugars in tomato paste are a potential concern.
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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