Keto Yarpaq Dolması (Düyüsüz)
Rice-Free Stuffed Grape Leaves with Lamb/Beef
Yes, with a tweak: confirm 'no rice' is included in the stuffing. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Delicate grape leaves filled with a savory mixture of minced lamb or beef, finely chopped onions, and fresh herbs (cilantro, dill, mint), slow-cooked in a tangy broth. This version is entirely free of rice.
Key ingredients
Grape leaves, minced lamb/beef, onions, fresh herbs (cilantro, dill, mint), salt, pepper, lemon juice, broth/water.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm 'no rice' is included in the stuffing. Request extra butter or healthy oil to be added to the cooking liquid for increased fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Yarpaq Dolması üçün, xahiş edirəm içliyi düyüsüz olsun. Bişirilən suyunda şəkər qatılmadığını təsdiqləyin.
For the Yarpaq Dolması, critical: no rice in the stuffing. Please confirm no added sugar in the cooking liquid.
Watch out for
Rice is the primary carb component in traditional Dolma; its omission is key. Small amounts of residual sugar may be present in pickled grape leaves. Excessive onions in the filling can add to carbs.
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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