Dovğa (Keto)
Yogurt and Herb Soup (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely crucial to confirm 'no rice' or any other grains (like chickpeas or small pasta) are added to the soup. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Azerbaijani soup, often enjoyed either cold or warm, prepared with plain yogurt (matsoni), a vibrant assortment of fresh herbs (including dill, cilantro, mint, spinach, and sorrel), and typically a whisked egg to ensure a smooth consistency. For a keto diet, it is absolutely essential to confirm that no rice or other grains are added, as they are a common traditional inclusion.
Key ingredients
Plain yogurt (matsoni), egg, fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, mint, spinach, sorrel), salt.
How to make it keto
Absolutely crucial to confirm 'no rice' or any other grains (like chickpeas or small pasta) are added to the soup. If served cold, ensure it's unsweetened.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Zəhmət olmasa, Dovğanın düyüsüz və başqa dənli bitkilər olmadan hazırlandığını təsdiq edin. Çörəksiz istəyirəm.
Please confirm the Dovğa is made without rice or other grains. I'd like it served without bread.
Watch out for
Yogurt naturally contains lactose (milk sugar), contributing to carbohydrates. Some restaurants might use sweetened yogurt or, more commonly, add rice or small pasta, which must be explicitly avoided.
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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