Baghali Polo (Keto-Style)
Keto Dill & Fava Bean Lamb/Beef with Cauliflower Rice
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A classic Persian dish, traditionally a fragrant rice pilaf with fresh dill and fava beans, often served with tender lamb or chicken. This keto adaptation replaces the rice with cauliflower rice and significantly limits the fava beans to a small, keto-friendly portion (or omits them entirely), highlighting the succulent meat and aromatic dill.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef (shank/neck or other cuts), cauliflower 'rice', fresh dill, a small amount of fava beans (baghali), onions, olive oil, turmeric, salt, pepper, saffron.
If you order it anyway
CRITICAL: Replace traditional rice with cauliflower rice. Limit fava beans to a very small portion (e.g., 1/4 cup) or omit completely. Ensure no other starchy vegetables or legumes are added to the 'pilaf' mix.
If you order it anyway, say this (Persian)
خیلی مهم است: به جای برنج، پلو گل کلم باشد. باقالی خیلی کم یا حذف شود. بدون سبزیجات نشاستهای یا حبوبات دیگر.
CRITICAL: Replace rice with cauliflower rice. Very little or no baghali. No other starchy vegetables or legumes, please.
Watch out for
Traditional rice, large quantities of fava beans, hidden sugars in sauces.
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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