Keto Kombostos Tolma (Cabbage Leaf Rolls)
Cabbage Leaf Rolls Stuffed with Spiced Meat (Keto Modified - No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no rice in the filling; ensure minimal tomato paste (for color/flavor, not bulk); confirm no flour in the sauce; served without high-carb sides. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Georgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender cabbage leaves gently steamed or boiled, then generously stuffed with a savory mixture of spiced ground beef and/or pork, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs, simmered in a light, unthickened tomato-based broth.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground beef/pork, onions, garlic, cilantro, dill, mint, minimal tomato paste, bay leaf, broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no rice in the filling; ensure minimal tomato paste (for color/flavor, not bulk); confirm no flour in the sauce; served without high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Rice in filling (critical omission), tomato paste quantity, potential added sugar in broth or paste, onion content.
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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