Jiz-Biz (Kartoşkasız)
Fried Lamb Offal with Onions (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'kartoşkasız' (without potatoes). About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful dish consisting of sautéed lamb offal (liver, heart, kidneys, often lungs) cooked with onions until tender and lightly caramelized. For a keto version, it is essential to request the omission of potatoes, which are typically included.
Key ingredients
Lamb offal (liver, heart, kidneys), onions, vegetable oil (or rendered lamb fat), salt, black pepper, fresh herbs (e.g., cilantro) for garnish.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'kartoşkasız' (without potatoes). Confirm no starchy thickeners are used in any preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Cız-Bızı kartofsuz hazırlayın zəhmət olmasa. Ətə un vurulmadığını təsdiq edə bilərsiniz?
I'd like the Cız-Bız without potatoes. Please confirm no flour is used to dust the offal.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a standard inclusion in Jiz-Biz and must be explicitly removed. Ensure no other starchy vegetables are added.
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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