Keto Kufta Bozbash (Rice-Free Lamb Meatball Stew)
Large Lamb Meatball Stew (no rice/potatoes/chickpeas)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the meatball is made without rice. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring a large lamb meatball, traditionally with rice inside. For keto, the meatball is prepared without rice and stewed in a rich broth with onion, tomato paste, and saffron, omitting traditional potatoes and chickpeas.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, onion, fresh herbs (mint, parsley), salt, pepper, tomato paste, saffron threads, butter, cooking oil, lamb broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the meatball is made without rice. Request the stew be served without potatoes, chickpeas, or any other starchy vegetables usually included.
Watch out for
The traditional version ALWAYS includes rice in the meatball and potatoes/chickpeas in the stew. Tomato paste can contain hidden sugars or higher carbs in large quantities.
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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