Nargisi Kofta Curry (Keto Modified)
Keto Egg-Stuffed Meatball Curry
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the lamb kofta binder is keto-friendly (no breadcrumbs/potato). About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Hard-boiled eggs encased in a seasoned minced lamb mixture (kofta, with keto-friendly binders), fried until golden, and then simmered in a rich, savory, and mildly spiced onion-tomato based gravy (with minimal tomatoes for keto) enhanced with nuts and cream.
Key ingredients
Hard-boiled eggs, minced lamb, almond flour/coconut flour (for binder), onions (minimal), ginger, garlic, tomatoes (minimal), cashews, heavy cream, ghee, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, red chili powder, salt, fresh cilantro.
How to make it keto
Ensure the lamb kofta binder is keto-friendly (no breadcrumbs/potato). Gravy should be free of flour/cornstarch thickeners and hidden sugars. Request minimal tomato usage.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
नारगिसी कोफ्ता करी में, लैंब कोफ्ता में ब्रेडक्रंब/आलू न हो। ग्रेवी मैदा/कॉर्नस्टार्च या चीनी के बिना हो। टमाटर कम डालें, कृपया।
For Nargisi Kofta Curry, lamb kofta binder must be keto-friendly, no breadcrumbs/potato. Gravy without flour/cornstarch or added sugars. Minimal tomato, please.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs/potato in kofta, excessive onions/tomatoes in gravy, flour/cornstarch as thickeners, hidden sugars.
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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