Govurma
Fried Lamb/Beef with Sautéed Onions
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A hearty dish of tender lamb or beef (often from previous stews or sometimes freshly fried) sautéed with onions until caramelized. This simple, flavorful preparation is naturally high in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef pieces, onions, butter or oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Usually keto-friendly as is. Ensure no added starches or sugars. Ask if any high-carb thickeners are used (unlikely for traditional govurma).
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Govurmaya əlavə nişasta, şəkər qoymayın. Yüksək karbohidratlı qatılaşdırıcılar istifadə olunurmu?
Govurma: No added starches or sugars, please. Are any high-carb thickeners used?
Watch out for
Only risk would be excessive onions (in a restaurant setting) or hidden sugars if not traditional.
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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