Qovurma (Keto-Friendly)
Azerbaijani Lamb/Beef Stew (No Dried Fruit, Potatoes, or Chestnuts)
Yes, with a tweak: specify 'no dried fruits' (quru meyvəsiz), 'no potatoes' (kartofsuz), and 'no chestnuts' (şabalıdsız). About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A rich and hearty stew featuring tender chunks of lamb or beef slow-cooked with onions and a savory sauce. Essential to request without dried fruits, potatoes, or chestnuts, which are often added to variations.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef, onions, butter or oil, tomato paste, salt, pepper, herbs (e.g., bay leaf).
How to make it keto
Specify 'no dried fruits' (quru meyvəsiz), 'no potatoes' (kartofsuz), and 'no chestnuts' (şabalıdsız). Confirm no added sugar in the tomato paste or stew.
Watch out for
Dried fruits (apricots, plums) are very high in sugar. Potatoes and chestnuts are also high-carb additions.
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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