Dovga (Keto-Modified)
Cold Yogurt & Herb Soup (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO RICE in the soup. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing and creamy cold soup made with Azerbaijani yogurt (matsoni), fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, mint), and sometimes spinach. Traditionally, a small amount of rice is added, but it can be omitted for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Matsoni (full-fat yogurt), water, eggs (as stabilizer), fresh dill, cilantro, mint, spinach, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO RICE in the soup. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener, relying solely on eggs and yogurt consistency.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Dovğanı düyüsüz istəyirəm, zəhmət olmasa. Tərkibində un və ya nişasta olmadığından, yalnız yumurta və qatıqla qatılaşdığından əmin ola bilərsiniz?
For the Dovğa, please, no rice. Can you confirm there's no flour or starch thickener, just eggs and yogurt?
Watch out for
Rice is the primary carb risk. Potential for added sugar in the yogurt or flour as a thickener in some recipes.
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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