Qoyun Qovurması
Pan-Fried Lamb with Onions
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb, pan-fried or stewed in its own fat with plenty of onions until caramelized and flavorful. A simple yet deeply satisfying dish focusing on the rich taste of lamb.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (often shoulder or leg), lamb fat or cooking oil, onions, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes are added (sometimes they are) or rice is served on the side. Focus on the lamb and onions.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Qoyun Qovurmasına zəhmət olmasa kartof əlavə edilməsin və yanında düyü verilməsin.
For Qoyun Qovurması, please ensure no potatoes are added, and no rice is served on the side.
Watch out for
Potatoes sometimes added to the stew; hidden sugars in onion caramelization (minimal); bread/rice served on the side.
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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