Αρνί με Αγκινάρες
Lamb with Artichokes (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional spring stew featuring tender pieces of lamb cooked slowly with artichoke hearts in a savory lemon-dill sauce. Modified for keto by ensuring no starchy thickeners or potatoes.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg meat, fresh artichoke hearts, extra virgin olive oil, fresh dill, green onions (in moderation), fresh lemon juice, lamb broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Το Αρνί με Αγκινάρες, χωρίς πατάτες ή άλλα αμυλούχα λαχανικά, παρακαλώ. Η σάλτσα είναι χωρίς αλεύρι ή κορν φλάουρ;
Could I have the Αρνί με Αγκινάρες without potatoes or starchy vegetables? Please confirm no flour or cornstarch in the sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes (very common addition), flour/cornstarch thickeners in the sauce, large quantities of carrots or other root vegetables, excessive use of onions.
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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