Tolma (Keto Modified - No Rice)
Stuffed Grape Leaves/Cabbage with Meat (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely *no rice* in the filling. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Minced meat (beef, pork, or lamb) mixed with herbs and spices, traditionally wrapped in grape leaves or cabbage leaves with rice. For a keto version, the rice is completely omitted from the filling, making it a pure meat and herb delight.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/pork/lamb, onion, garlic, fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, mint), Georgian spices, grape leaves or cabbage leaves, tomato paste (minimal), broth.
How to make it keto
Absolutely *no rice* in the filling. Request that it be prepared without any starchy binders. Confirm any accompanying sauce has no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
ტოლმაში ბრინჯი აბსოლუტურად არ მინდა. არცერთი სახამებლიანი შემკვრელი არ გამოიყენოთ. დამიდასტურეთ, რომ სოუსში შაქარი არ არის.
Please, absolutely no rice in the Tolma filling. No starchy binders. Confirm no added sugar in the accompanying sauce.
Watch out for
Rice is a primary component of traditional Tolma; its complete omission is critical. Tomato paste and onions contribute carbs.
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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