Ughegh Aghdzan
Lamb Brain Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
A delicate and rich salad featuring cooked and chilled lamb brain, often gently tossed with finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley and dill, minced red onion, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a generous drizzle of high-quality olive oil. It's a flavorful and traditional appetizer.
Key ingredients
Lamb brain, red onion, parsley, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the salad. Request extra olive oil and fresh herbs if desired. Confirm no bread is served as an accompaniment.
Watch out for
None inherent in the salad itself. Risk of starchy side dishes or bread in a restaurant. Confirm no added sugar in dressing.
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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