Saç qovurma (without potatoes)
Lamb/Beef/Chicken Sauté with Vegetables (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful stir-fry featuring tender pieces of meat (lamb, beef, or chicken) with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and fresh tomatoes, traditionally cooked on a large cast-iron 'sac' pan. Modified to exclude traditional potatoes.
Key ingredients
Lamb (or Beef/Chicken), Onions, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Vegetable oil (or butter), Salt, Black pepper, Fresh herbs (e.g., cilantro, dill).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes. Confirm no added sugar in tomato sauce/base. Ensure only keto-friendly vegetables are used.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Saç qovurmanı kartofsuz istərəm. Sousunda şəkər olub-olmadığını və yalnız keto tərəvəzlərdən istifadə edildiyini təsdiq edə bilərsiniz?
Could I have the Saç qovurma without potatoes? Please confirm no added sugar in the sauce and only keto vegetables are used.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato sauce or pre-made spice mixes. Bell peppers and onions contribute natural carbs; large portions can add up.
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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