Balıq Ləvəngisi (Şəkərsiz)
Stuffed Fish with Walnut & Onion (No Added Sugar)
Yes, with a tweak: request the stuffing to be prepared without any added sugar ('şəkərsiz') or excessive pomegranate concentrate/molasses. About 12g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole baked or roasted fish (commonly kutum or sturgeon) meticulously stuffed with a rich and aromatic mixture of finely ground walnuts, sautéed onions, and traditional spices. For keto, it's crucial to ensure no added sugar and minimal high-carb fruit components like pomegranate molasses.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Kutum, Sturgeon), walnuts, onions, salt, black pepper, vegetable oil, lemon juice, minimal sour plum paste (optional) or pomegranate concentrate (optional).
How to make it keto
Request the stuffing to be prepared without any added sugar ('şəkərsiz') or excessive pomegranate concentrate/molasses. Confirm minimal use of sour plum paste if included.
Watch out for
Pomegranate concentrate/molasses is a common ingredient in ləvəngi stuffing and is high in sugar. Sour plum paste also contains carbs. Walnuts contribute moderate carbs; ensure they are used in reasonable quantities.
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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