Kalam Dolması (Keto-Modified)
Cabbage Leaf Dolma (No Rice, Extra Meat)
Yes, with a tweak: this is a significant modification: **request the filling to be made entirely without rice.** Ask for extra meat/fat in the filling. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of seasoned minced lamb or beef, onions, and fresh herbs. This keto-friendly version is prepared without the traditional rice in the filling.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, minced lamb/beef, onion, fresh herbs (dill, mint, cilantro), minimal tomato paste, salt, black pepper, cooking fat (butter or oil).
How to make it keto
This is a significant modification: **request the filling to be made entirely without rice.** Ask for extra meat/fat in the filling. Confirm no sugary sauces are used in cooking or serving.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Kələm Dolmasının içliyi tamamilə düyüsüz olsun, zəhmət olmasa. İçinə əlavə ət və yağ qata bilərsiniz? Şəkərli sous olmadığından əmin ola bilərsiniz?
For the Kələm Dolması, please make the filling entirely without rice. Can I have extra meat and fat in the filling? Confirm no sugary sauces.
Watch out for
Rice in the filling is the main carb risk. Cabbage leaves, onions, and minimal tomato paste contribute minor carbs. High-carb sauces or yogurts sometimes served on the side.
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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