Keto Sougania (Kreatopliroi)
Stuffed Onions with Ground Meat (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request *no rice* in the stuffing. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender, hollowed-out large onions, slow-cooked or baked, traditionally stuffed with ground meat and rice. Modified for keto by omitting the rice from the filling, focusing on a savory mixture of ground beef or pork with fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Large onions, ground beef/pork mixture, olive oil, fresh herbs (e.g., dill, parsley), tomato paste (small amount), lemon juice, broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *no rice* in the stuffing. Confirm no sugar in the tomato base or added to the onions. Ask for extra virgin olive oil if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τα Σουγάνια, χωρίς ρύζι στη γέμιση. Επίσης, χωρίς ζάχαρη στη σάλτσα και στα κρεμμύδια. Αν γίνεται, με εξαιρετικό παρθένο ελαιόλαδο.
For the Sougania, no rice in the stuffing. Please confirm no sugar in the tomato base or onions. Extra virgin olive oil if possible.
Watch out for
High carb content from the onion itself if a very large portion is consumed; potential for rice in the stuffing if not explicitly omitted; hidden sugars in tomato paste.
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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