Khoresh-e Kongar
Cardoon Stew with Lamb/Beef (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or flour thickeners are used. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A distinctive and savory stew featuring tender cardoon stalks, succulent lamb or beef, slow-cooked with fresh herbs like mint and parsley, often brightened with a touch of lemon or verjuice. A unique and earthy flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Cardoon, lamb/beef, onions, garlic, fresh mint, fresh parsley, lemon juice/verjuice, olive oil/butter, turmeric, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or flour thickeners are used. Request no added sugar in any sauce. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
خورش کنگر رو لطفاً بدون سیبزمینی، نخود یا آرد برای غلیظ کردن سرو کنید. سس آن شکر افزوده نداشته باشد. بدون برنج.
For the Khoresh-e Kongar, no potatoes, chickpeas, or flour thickeners. No added sugar in the sauce. No rice.
Watch out for
Cardoon contains some natural carbs and fiber. Restaurants might use flour thickeners or hidden sugars. 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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