Keto Makaronia me Kima (Zucchini Noodles)
Keto Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles
Yes, with a tweak: request zucchini noodles (or another keto-friendly vegetable noodle substitute) instead of traditional pasta. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cypriot food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic Cypriot-style meat sauce (kima) made with ground beef and/or pork, slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and traditional spices like cinnamon and bay leaf, served over fresh zucchini noodles.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork, zucchini (spiraled), diced tomatoes/tomato paste, olive oil, onions, garlic, red wine (optional), cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request zucchini noodles (or another keto-friendly vegetable noodle substitute) instead of traditional pasta. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τα Μακαρόνια με Κιμά, παρακαλώ κολοκυθομακαρόνια αντί για ζυμαρικά. Επίσης, επιβεβαιώστε ότι η σάλτσα ντομάτας δεν έχει ζάχαρη.
For the Makaronia me Kima, I'd like zucchini noodles instead of pasta. Also, please confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional pasta (primary risk, to be replaced), tomato sauce (natural sugars, potential added sugar), onions (natural sugars), red wine (if used, residual sugar).
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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