Arni Kleftiko
Slow-Cooked Lamb Kleftiko (no potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, slow-cooked lamb (traditionally baked in parchment or foil) with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, often finished with a generous topping of feta cheese. Served without the customary potatoes for a keto option.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, olive oil, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes (limited), garlic, feta cheese, herbs (oregano, rosemary, bay leaf), lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes. Confirm other vegetables are limited to low-carb options like bell peppers and onions, avoiding carrots or excess tomatoes. Ensure no added sugars in any sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Αρνί Κλέφτικο, παρακαλώ. Χωρίς πατάτες. Τα λαχανικά είναι μόνο πιπεριές/κρεμμύδια, χωρίς καρότα ή πολλές ντομάτες; Και χωρίς ζάχαρη στις σάλτσες.
Arni Kleftiko, please. No potatoes. Confirm only low-carb vegetables like peppers/onions, no carrots/excess tomatoes. No added sugars in sauces.
Watch out for
Potatoes (if not explicitly removed), hidden sugars in tomato sauce or marinades, large quantities of higher-carb vegetables.
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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