Səbzi Qovurma
Lamb and Herb Stew (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice is served with the stew. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic stew featuring tender lamb pieces simmered with a generous mix of fresh green herbs like spinach, cilantro, dill, and parsley. Served without rice for a keto-friendly meal.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat, various fresh green herbs (spinach, cilantro, dill, parsley, green onions), onions, olive oil, salt, pepper. Sometimes includes a small amount of sour plum paste.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice is served with the stew. Confirm no flour or other thickeners are used in the stew. If dried sour plums are used, request minimal or none as they are high in sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Səbzi Qovurma ilə düyü gətirməyin. Yeməkdə un və ya digər qatqılar yoxdur? Quru alça az olsun ya da heç olmasın.
No rice with Səbzi Qovurma. Confirm no flour or thickeners in the stew. Use minimal or no dried sour plums.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some preparations or dried plums. Flour could be used as a thickener. Traditionally served with rice.
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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