Arni Kokkinisto (Keto Giouvetsi Style)
Slow-Cooked Lamb Stew with Keto Vegetables (No Pasta)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no orzo (kritharaki) or other pasta. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent lamb pieces slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with aromatic herbs and spices, traditionally served with pasta. This keto modification serves the tender lamb stew with low-carb vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini) instead of pasta or other grains.
Key ingredients
Lamb (e.g., shoulder or leg), crushed tomatoes/passata, onions (minimal), garlic, red wine (optional, mostly evaporates), bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, extra virgin olive oil, bell peppers, zucchini.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no orzo (kritharaki) or other pasta. Ensure no potatoes, excessive carrots, or peas are added. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Αρνί Κοκκινιστό, παρακαλώ χωρίς κριθαράκι ή άλλα ζυμαρικά. Χωρίς πατάτες, πολλά καρότα ή αρακά, και χωρίς ζάχαρη στην σάλτσα ντομάτας.
Arni Kokkinisto: No orzo/pasta. No potatoes, excessive carrots/peas, and no added sugar in the tomato sauce, please.
Watch out for
Orzo/pasta is a defining characteristic of traditional Giouvetsi. Potatoes, carrots, and peas are common additions to stews. Sugar is often added to restaurant tomato sauces.
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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