Səbzi Qovurma (Lamb and Herb Stew, no rice)
Azerbaijani Lamb and Herb Stew (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and aromatic stew featuring tender lamb or beef cooked with a generous amount of various fresh herbs such as spinach, sorrel, cilantro, dill, and green onions. The herbs give it a distinctive green color and tangy flavor. Served without traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef chunks, mixed fresh herbs (spinach, cilantro, dill, parsley, green onion), onion, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, small amount of sour plum (optional for tartness).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice. Confirm no flour thickeners or added sugar in the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Zəhmət olmasa, Səbzi Qovurma düyüsüz olsun. İçində un qatılaşdırıcıları və əlavə şəkər yoxdur, elədirmi?
Please, no rice with the Səbzi Qovurma. Is it made without flour thickeners and no added sugar?
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice (must be avoided). Flour thickeners for the stew, or hidden sugars. Onions and herbs contribute carbs.
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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