Quzu Sac içi
Sizzling Lamb Platter with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request the omission of potatoes or carrots if they are usually included. 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 shoulder or leg) pan-fried in a traditional cast-iron sac with a colorful medley of onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and frequently eggplant. A rich and flavorful dish served sizzling.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, butter/oil, salt, black pepper, fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the omission of potatoes or carrots if they are usually included. Ask for light use of onions and tomatoes to manage the carb count. Confirm no added sugar in any sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Quzu Sac içi üçün kartof və kök olmasın, zəhmət olmasa. Soğan və pomidor az istifadə edilsin. Sousda əlavə şəkər varmı?
For the Quzu Sac içi, please no potatoes or carrots. Use light onion and tomato. Is there any added sugar in the sauce?
Watch out for
Potatoes/carrots are often included, high amounts of onions and tomatoes can add up, potential for hidden sugary sauces or pomegranate molasses, and accompanying bread.
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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