Khoresh-e Bamieh
Okra Stew with Lamb/Beef (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Iranian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory and tangy stew made with tender okra pods and chunks of lamb or beef, slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic and traditional spices. A delightful and satisfying dish.
Key ingredients
Okra, lamb/beef, onions, garlic, tomato paste, lemon juice or verjuice, olive oil/butter, turmeric, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included. Request no added sugar in tomato paste. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
خورش بامیه رو لطفاً بدون سیبزمینی یا سبزیجات پر کربوهیدرات سرو کنید. آیا رب گوجه فرنگی شکر ندارد؟ بدون برنج.
For the Khoresh-e Bamieh, please confirm no potatoes or high-carb vegetables are used. Is the tomato paste sugar-free? No rice.
Watch out for
Okra contains some natural carbs. Excessive tomato paste with added sugar is a risk. Always served with rice unless specified.
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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