Yarpaq Dolması (Keto Meat Filling)
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Seasoned Minced Lamb/Beef (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the filling will be made without any rice. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender grape leaves traditionally stuffed with a mixture of minced meat (lamb or beef), rice, and herbs. For keto, the rice must be completely omitted, focusing solely on the flavorful meat and herb filling. Cooked in broth or water, often with butter.
Key ingredients
Grape leaves, minced lamb/beef, onions, herbs (mint, dill, cilantro), salt, pepper, butter/oil, broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the filling will be made without any rice. Ask for extra meat filling if possible and generous cooking fat.
Watch out for
The primary risk is rice in the filling. Also, some recipes might add tomato paste or other carby binders. Ensure no sugary additions to the cooking liquid.
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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