Borano
Adjarian Cheese Melt (with Butter)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
A rich and indulgent dish from Adjara, featuring high-quality Sulguni cheese (a semi-hard, brined cheese) melted with an abundant amount of butter, often served bubbling hot. Deliciously savory and fatty.
Key ingredients
Sulguni cheese (or similar semi-hard, brined cheese), butter.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, request *no bread* and clarify that you only want the melted cheese and butter component. No other modifications are typically needed as it's inherently keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
გთხოვთ, ბორანო პურის გარეშე მომიტანეთ. მხოლოდ ყველი და კარაქი მინდა.
Please, no bread with the Borano. I just want the melted cheese and butter.
Watch out for
Always served with bread for dipping; this must be explicitly omitted. Ensure no hidden starch fillers in the cheese.
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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