Chirbuli (Eggs with Keto Yogurt/Sour Cream and Garlic)
Eggs with Keto Yogurt/Sour Cream and Garlic
Yes, with a tweak: ask for full-fat sour cream or a small portion of matsoni/Greek yogurt (which is lower carb than regular yogurt). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
Pan-fried eggs served with a rich, garlicky sour cream or full-fat yogurt sauce, often drizzled with spiced butter. A savory and satisfying dish.
Key ingredients
Eggs, butter, garlic, sour cream (or full-fat Greek yogurt), paprika or chili flakes, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for full-fat sour cream or a small portion of matsoni/Greek yogurt (which is lower carb than regular yogurt). Ensure no flour is used as a thickener in the sauce. Confirm no bread served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
ჭირბული სრულ ცხიმიანი არაჟნით ან ცოტა მაწვნით/ბერძნული იოგურტით, თუ შეიძლება. სოუსში ფქვილი არ იყოს და პური არ მოაყოლოთ.
For Chirbuli, use full-fat sour cream or a small portion of matsoni/Greek yogurt. No flour in the sauce, and no bread, please.
Watch out for
Carbs from traditional matsoni/yogurt can be high; ensure full-fat, lower-carb options. Watch for hidden sugars in spice blends.
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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