Gusht-e Gosfand (Keto Slow-Roasted Lamb)
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder/Leg (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no potatoes, and no bread. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
Tender, succulent lamb (shoulder or leg) slow-roasted with aromatic spices like turmeric, bay leaves, and onions until it falls off the bone. This dish focuses on the rich, flavorful meat without any accompanying high-carb ingredients.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg, onions, turmeric, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, cooking oil/fat.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no potatoes, and no bread. Confirm no sugar is added to any rub or cooking liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای گوشت گوسفند، لطفاً بدون برنج، سیب زمینی و نان. تأیید کنید شکر در سس یا آب پخت استفاده نشده است.
For Gusht-e Gosfand, no rice, no potatoes, and no bread, please. Confirm no sugar in any rub or cooking liquid.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in seasoning blends (unlikely for a simple roast), carby sides such as rice or potatoes.
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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