Piti (Noxudsuz, Kartofsuz)
Azerbaijani Lamb & Fat Stew (No Chickpeas, No Potato)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request 'noxudsuz' (without chickpeas) and 'kartofsuz' (without potato). About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A robust and warming stew slow-cooked in individual clay pots, traditionally with lamb, chickpeas, potatoes, and fat. The keto version focuses on tender lamb pieces and lamb fat, simmered with onions and saffron-infused broth, while entirely omitting the chickpeas and potatoes.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/breast, lamb tail fat, onion, saffron, tomato (small), water/broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly request 'noxudsuz' (without chickpeas) and 'kartofsuz' (without potato). The lamb fat is essential for keto.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Piti, zəhmət olmasa, qətiyyən noxudsuz və kartofsuz.
Piti, please, strictly without chickpeas and potato.
Watch out for
Chickpeas and potatoes are core ingredients in traditional Piti. Ensure strict omission. Small amount of tomato can add minimal 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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