Агнешко Варено (Кето)
Keto Lamb Stew with Root Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: specify absolutely no potatoes, noodles (fidé), or flour/starch thickeners. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bulgarian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional boiled lamb stew, featuring tender pieces of lamb with a selection of low-carb vegetables like onion, bell pepper, and a minimal amount of carrot and celery, simmered in a light, flavorful broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb (e.g., shoulder, neck), onion, bell pepper, celery, small amount of carrot, fresh tomatoes or tomato paste, olive oil, fresh herbs (dill, parsley), black pepper.
How to make it keto
Specify absolutely no potatoes, noodles (fidé), or flour/starch thickeners. Ensure the portion of root vegetables (carrot) is minimal. Confirm no added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
За Агнешко Варено, моля без картофи, фиде, брашно или нишесте. Без добавена захар. Моля, с минимално количество моркови.
For the Агнешко Варено, absolutely no potatoes, noodles, flour, starch, or added sugars. Please keep carrot portion minimal.
Watch out for
Traditional inclusion of potatoes or noodles, potential for thickening with flour, added sugar in tomato paste.
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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