Khoresh Aloo Esfenaj
Lamb/Beef & Prune-Spinach Stew (no rice)
No, skip this one: about 21g 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 flavorful and healthy stew with tender lamb or beef, fresh spinach, and sweet-tart prunes, simmered in a savory broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef cubes, fresh spinach, prunes, onions, turmeric, tomato paste, water/broth.
If you order it anyway
Request "no rice." Ask the chef to use a minimal amount of prunes to reduce carb count, or only a few for flavor. Confirm no added sugar.
If you order it anyway, say this (Persian)
خورش آلو اسفناج بدون برنج باشد، لطفاً. آلو کم استفاده کنید و شکر هم اضافه نشده باشد.
For Khoresh Aloo Esfenaj, please no rice. Could you use minimal prunes, just a few for flavor, and confirm no added sugar?
Watch out for
Prunes are high in natural sugars. Spinach and onions contribute some carbs. Tomato paste can have 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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