Saj İçi (Qoyun və Tərəvəzli)
Keto Lamb and Vegetable Platter cooked on Saj
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit potatoes entirely. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty platter cooked and served in a traditional Saj (convex iron griddle). Features tender pieces of lamb or beef, sautéed with a generous assortment of vegetables like eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions. Potatoes are traditionally included but must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat, cooking oil/lamb fat, eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, salt, black pepper, various fresh herbs (cilantro, dill).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request to omit potatoes entirely. Specify no rice or bread on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Saj İçi üçün zəhmət olmasa kartof qətiyyən olmasın. Yanında düyü və ya çörək verilməsin.
For Saj İçi, no potatoes at all, please. And no rice or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a standard ingredient; tomatoes and bell peppers contribute moderate carbs in large portions; hidden sugars in tomato paste or sauces (if used).
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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