Keto Meat and Herb Dolma (Stuffed Vegetables/Leaves)
Meat and Herb Stuffed Vegetables or Leaves (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: it is critical to explicitly request 'no rice' in the filling. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A popular Azerbaijani dish featuring hollowed vegetables (bell peppers, eggplants, tomatoes) or rolled leaves (cabbage, grape) filled generously with a savory mixture of minced lamb and/or beef, aromatic herbs, and onions, cooked gently in a light, flavorful broth. Crucially, this version is prepared without any rice.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb, minced beef, onions, fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, mint), bell peppers, eggplants, tomatoes, cabbage leaves, grape leaves, cooking oil, tomato paste (optional), salt, pepper, broth.
How to make it keto
It is critical to explicitly request 'no rice' in the filling. Confirm no added sugars in the broth or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Traditional dolma almost universally contains rice in the filling; omitting it is a significant modification. Some broths or tomato paste can contain hidden sugars.
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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