Kelemi Dolmasi (Düyüsüz)
Cabbage Rolls Stuffed with Lamb and Herbs (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'düyüsüz' (without rice) filling. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender cabbage leaves lovingly stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground lamb and aromatic fresh herbs, then slow-cooked in a light, flavorful sauce. The traditional version includes rice, which is omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground lamb (or a beef/lamb mix), onions, fresh dill, mint, cilantro, minimal tomato paste, salt, black pepper, cooking oil, water or broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'düyüsüz' (without rice) filling. Confirm no other starchy fillers like chickpeas. Ask for sauce with no added sugar.
Watch out for
Rice is a primary component of traditional dolma filling. Potential for added sugar in tomato paste if used in the sauce.
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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