Keto Dolmeh Barg-e Mo
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat & Herbs (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no rice' in the stuffing. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender grape leaves generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground lamb or beef, fresh herbs (parsley, dill, mint, chives), onions, and spices. Prepared without rice to make it keto-friendly, simmered in a tangy broth.
Key ingredients
Grape leaves, ground lamb/beef, onions, fresh parsley, dill, mint, chives, turmeric, salt, black pepper, olive oil, lemon juice or verjuice.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'no rice' in the stuffing. Ask for extra olive oil in the cooking liquid.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای کتو دلمه برگ مو، لطفاً در مواد میانی برنج استفاده نشود و روغن زیتون بیشتری در آبپز اضافه کنید.
For the Keto Dolmeh Barg-e Mo, please use no rice in the stuffing and add extra olive oil to the cooking liquid.
Watch out for
Traditional dolmeh always includes rice. Hidden sugars in the broth are rare but possible. Ensure 'no rice' is explicitly understood.
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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