Keto Dolma (Stuffed Peppers and Tomatoes, rice-free)
Stuffed Peppers and Tomatoes (rice-free)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the stuffing contains NO rice. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Bell peppers and tomatoes hollowed out and generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground lamb/beef, onions, and fresh herbs, cooked in a light tomato-infused broth. Prepared without the traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Bell peppers, tomatoes, ground lamb, ground beef, onion, fresh herbs (cilantro, dill, mint), salt, pepper, tomato paste, butter, cooking oil, broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the stuffing contains NO rice. Ask for it to be served without any bread or carb-heavy sides. Specify no added sugar to the tomato broth.
Watch out for
Traditional dolma almost always includes rice in the stuffing. Tomatoes and bell peppers contribute to carb count, especially in a large restaurant portion. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or broth.
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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