Matzoonov Okroshka (No Potato)
Cold Yogurt Soup with Cucumber and Herbs (No Potato)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potato is added. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing and tangy cold soup made with Armenian matzoon (yogurt), water, fresh cucumbers, dill, garlic, and other aromatic herbs. Traditionally served chilled, this keto-modified version omits the commonly added potato.
Key ingredients
Matzoon (yogurt), water, cucumber, fresh dill, garlic, mint, salt, black pepper, olive oil (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure no potato is added. Confirm no hidden sugars in commercial yogurt.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Մածունով Օկրոշկան առանց կարտոֆիլի և առանց թաքնված շաքարի մածունով խնդրում եմ:
For the Matzoonov Okroshka, please ensure no potato is added and no hidden sugars are in the yogurt.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in commercial yogurt, use of starchy fillers in some yogurts, addition of potato.
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 474 Armenian dishes ›
