Kufta Bozbash (Keto Meatball Stew)
Azerbaijani Lamb Meatball & Herb Stew (No Potatoes, No Chickpeas)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely critical to request 'kartofsuz, noxudsuz və düyüsüz' (without potatoes, chickpeas, and rice binder in the meatballs). About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A hearty stew featuring large, flavorful lamb meatballs, often stuffed with a hard-boiled egg or dried plum, simmered in a light broth with fresh herbs. The traditional potatoes and chickpeas are omitted for this keto version.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, onions, rice (small amount for binding, can be omitted), hard-boiled egg or dried plum (optional stuffing), fresh herbs, broth, salt, pepper, turmeric.
How to make it keto
Absolutely critical to request 'kartofsuz, noxudsuz və düyüsüz' (without potatoes, chickpeas, and rice binder in the meatballs). Confirm plum (if used) is omitted or minimal.
Watch out for
Potatoes and chickpeas are standard. Small amounts of rice are often used as a binder in the meatballs. Dried plums, if used, contribute sugar. Confirm all are excluded.
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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