Yarpaq Dolması (Rice-Free Meat & Herb Filling)
Grape Leaf Dolma (Keto Meat & Herb Filling)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to confirm that the dolma filling is entirely rice-free. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender grape leaves carefully stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground meat (beef/lamb) and fresh herbs, slow-cooked to perfection. This keto version completely omits the traditional rice from the filling.
Key ingredients
Grape leaves, ground beef/lamb, onions, fresh herbs (dill, cilantro, mint), salt, black pepper, cooking oil, water/broth for simmering.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to confirm that the dolma filling is entirely rice-free. Request a side of plain yogurt or a dollop of sour cream (without added sugar) if desired, but check carb count for dairy.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Yarpaq Dolmasının içliyi tamamilə düyüsüzdürmü? Yanında şəkərsiz qatıq və ya xama istərəm.
For the Yarpaq Dolması, is the filling completely rice-free? I'd like it with plain yogurt or unsweetened sour cream.
Watch out for
Traditional dolma filling is heavily reliant on rice, making it a high-carb dish. Hidden sugars in tomato paste (if used) or yogurt accompaniments. Always confirm rice-free.
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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