Makhokhali
Georgian Meatballs with Sulguni Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
Flavorful pan-fried or baked meatballs made from a blend of ground meats (often beef and pork), seasoned with Georgian spices and herbs, with cubes of sulguni cheese incorporated for a rich, melty interior.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork/lamb, sulguni cheese (cubed), onions, garlic, fresh cilantro, fenugreek (blue), red pepper, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil, ghee).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no breadcrumbs or flour binders; request pan-fried or baked, not deep-fried with a coating; served without high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Potential breadcrumbs/flour as binder (must confirm omission), usually served with bread/potato sides (must omit).
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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