Quzu Qovurması
Lamb Fry with Sautéed Onions
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to specify 'qozsuz' (without chestnuts) and 'qaysısız' (without apricots) if those are standard for the restaurant's qovurma. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb (often from the shoulder or leg) slowly fried with generous amounts of onions until caramelized. This version strictly omits common high-carb additions like apricots or chestnuts, which are sometimes included in the traditional dish.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks, large amount of onion, butter/rendered lamb fat, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to specify 'qozsuz' (without chestnuts) and 'qaysısız' (without apricots) if those are standard for the restaurant's qovurma. Confirm no sugar is added to caramelize the onions (natural caramelization is fine).
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Quzu Qovurması istəyirəm, zəhmət olmasa. Qozsuz, qaysısız. Xahiş edirəm, soğana şəkər qatılmadığını təsdiqləyin.
Quzu Qovurması, please. No chestnuts, no apricots. Please confirm no sugar is added to the onions.
Watch out for
Dried apricots or chestnuts (if not explicitly omitted), excessive caramelization of onions could add minor carbs, but generally within keto limits. Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends.
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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