Keto Giouvetsi (Mosxari me Karnabati Rizi)
Beef Stew with Cauliflower Rice (Keto-Style Giouvetsi)
Yes, with a tweak: request replacement of orzo pasta with cauliflower rice. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and comforting beef stew, slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic spices (like cinnamon and allspice), traditionally served with orzo pasta. Modified for keto by replacing orzo with tender cauliflower rice, often baked together for a cohesive dish.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., chuck or short ribs), crushed tomatoes, olive oil, onion, garlic, red wine (optional), bay leaf, cinnamon, allspice, salt, pepper, cauliflower rice (as replacement for orzo).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request replacement of orzo pasta with cauliflower rice. Confirm no sugar in the tomato sauce and ensure no other starchy vegetables (like carrots or potatoes) are added to the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Γιουβέτσι, αντί για κριθαράκι, θέλω ρύζι κουνουπιδιού. Χωρίς ζάχαρη στη σάλτσα και χωρίς άλλα αμυλούχα λαχανικά όπως καρότα ή πατάτες.
For the Giouvetsi, please replace orzo with cauliflower rice. No sugar in the sauce and no starchy vegetables like carrots or potatoes.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato sauce; potential for starchy vegetables in the stew (e.g., carrots, potatoes); restaurant cauliflower rice might have fillers; higher carb from large portions of onion/tomato.
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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