Sac içi
Mixed Meat Saj
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, as they are often served cooked with or alongside the dish. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular dish featuring various meats (lamb, beef, chicken) cooked on a traditional convex saj pan with vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. The meats are often marinated and cooked with ample oil or animal fat, resulting in a rich and satisfying meal.
Key ingredients
Lamb, beef, chicken, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, cooking oil (sunflower/vegetable), spices (salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, as they are often served cooked with or alongside the dish. Ask to limit tomatoes and bell peppers as much as possible. Explicitly decline any accompanying bread (lavash).
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Sac içi kartofsuz olsun zəhmət olmasa. Pomidor və bibəri az edin, lavaj da gətirməyin.
Please, no potatoes with the Sac içi. Limit tomatoes and bell peppers, and no lavash, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a very common addition or side. Higher quantities of tomatoes and bell peppers can significantly increase the carb count. Always served with a side of bread (lavash), which must be avoided.
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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