Тракийски Кюфтета в доматен сос (Кето Модифицирани)
Thracian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs, rice, or other fillers. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bulgarian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Savory meatballs (usually a blend of pork and beef) simmered in a rich, flavorful tomato and bell pepper sauce. Modified to ensure meatballs contain no breadcrumbs or rice, and the sauce is free of flour or added sugars.
Key ingredients
Ground pork and beef, egg, onion, garlic, red bell peppers, tomatoes (fresh or canned), olive oil, fresh parsley, fresh mint, spices (cumin, savory, black pepper), beef broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs, rice, or other fillers. Confirm sauce is made without flour, sugar, or starchy thickeners. Moderate use of onions and tomatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Моля, кюфтетата да са без галета или други пълнители. Сосът да е без брашно, захар или нишесте, с умерено лук и домати.
Please confirm meatballs are without breadcrumbs or fillers. Ensure sauce has no flour, sugar, or starch, and use moderate onions and tomatoes.
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes, hidden sugar in canned tomatoes or sauces, potential flour in sauce, breadcrumbs/fillers in meatballs.
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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