Uch Baji Dolmasi (Rice-Free)
Three Sisters Stuffed Vegetables (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request that the minced meat filling contains NO RICE. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular Azerbaijani dish where eggplant, bell pepper, and tomato are hollowed out and stuffed with a flavorful mixture of minced lamb or beef, onions, and fresh herbs. The traditional version includes rice, which must be omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb/beef, eggplant, bell pepper, tomato, onion, fresh herbs (e.g., mint, cilantro, dill), salt, black pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that the minced meat filling contains NO RICE. Confirm with the kitchen that no other carb fillers are used. Ensure no bread or other carb sides are served.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Üç Bacı Dolmasının içliyini düyüsüz istəyirəm. Zəhmət olmasa, bişərkən şəkər qatılmadığına əmin olun.
I need the Üç Bacı Dolması stuffing to be without rice. Please confirm no sugar is added to the cooking liquid.
Watch out for
Hidden rice or breadcrumbs in the meat filling, sugary tomato paste or sauces, cross-contamination with carb sides.
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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