Kaurma
Stewed Beef with Onions and Spices
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or potatoes served on the side. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Georgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and deeply savory stew made from slow-cooked, tender pieces of beef (or sometimes pork), simmered with copious amounts of caramelized onions, garlic, and a blend of robust Georgian spices.
Key ingredients
Beef (or pork shoulder), onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, black pepper, cilantro, bay leaf, cooking oil/fat, salt, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or potatoes served on the side. Confirm no sugar or flour/starch is added during the cooking process.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
ყაურმა მინდა პურის ან კარტოფილის გარეშე. თუ შეიძლება, დამიდასტურეთ, რომ შაქარი, ფქვილი ან სახამებელი არ ემატება.
For the Kaurma, please no bread or potatoes on the side. Confirm no sugar, flour, or starch is added during cooking.
Watch out for
Large quantities of onions contribute to total carbs. Potential for hidden sugar or flour thickeners in some restaurant versions. Typically served with bread or other starch.
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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