Kashmiri Tabak Maaz
Crispy Fried Lamb Ribs (Kashmiri Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
A delicacy from Kashmir, where tender lamb ribs are first slow-cooked in milk and spices until incredibly soft, then shallow-fried in ghee until crispy and golden brown. Seasoned with Kashmiri aromatic spices like fennel and dry ginger.
Key ingredients
Lamb ribs, milk (for boiling, liquid discarded), ghee/oil for frying, ginger-garlic paste, fennel powder, dry ginger powder, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaf, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used for coating or thickening. Confirm traditional preparation methods without carb-heavy additions.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
कोटिंग या गाढ़ा करने के लिए आटा या कॉर्नस्टार्च न डालें। कृपया इसे पारंपरिक तरीके से बनाएं, जिसमें कार्ब वाली चीजें न हों।
No flour or cornstarch for coating or thickening. Please use traditional preparation methods without carb additions.
Watch out for
Potential for flour/cornstarch coating in some modern restaurant versions for extra crispiness; hidden sugar in marinade (uncommon for this dish but possible).
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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