Nakhchivan Qovurmasi
Fried Lamb with Onions and Tomatoes
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal tomatoes to reduce the overall carb count. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful dish originating from Nakhchivan, featuring tender pieces of lamb fried with abundant onions and some tomatoes, seasoned with turmeric and other spices. Request minimal tomatoes for keto.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks, onions, tomatoes, olive oil or butter, salt, black pepper, turmeric.
How to make it keto
Request minimal tomatoes to reduce the overall carb count. Ensure no potatoes, rice, or bread are served alongside the dish.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Naxçıvan Qovurmasında pomidoru az istərdim. Yanına kartof, düyü və çörək qoymayın, zəhmət olmasa.
For Nakhchivan Qovurmasi, please use minimal tomatoes. No potatoes, rice, or bread as sides.
Watch out for
Generous amounts of onions and tomatoes can accumulate carbs. Some recipes might use a pinch of sugar to balance tomato acidity.
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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