Zharkoe
Armenian Lamb and Vegetable Stew
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added by default. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Armenian pot roast or stew, featuring substantial cuts of lamb or beef slow-braised until fork-tender with a medley of onions, bell peppers, carrots, and tomatoes, creating a rich and savory broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Beef chunks, onions, bell peppers, carrots, tomatoes, garlic, parsley, olive oil, spices (salt, pepper, bay leaf), beef or lamb broth.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added by default. Request a generous portion of meat and non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Ժարկոյի մեջ խնդրում եմ կարտոֆիլ կամ օսլայով բանջարեղեն չավելացնել: Խնդրում եմ միս և ոչ օսլայով բանջարեղեն առատ չափով:
For the Zharkoe, please ensure no potatoes or starchy vegetables are added. A generous portion of meat and non-starchy vegetables, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes, thickening agents (flour), hidden sugars in tomato products. Carrots, if used in very large quantities, can increase carb count.
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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