Khoresht-e Del o Gholveh
Heart and Kidney Stew (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or other high-carb additions. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and flavorful stew featuring tender pieces of lamb or beef heart and kidney, slow-cooked with onions, garlic, and spices in a savory broth, sometimes with a touch of tomato or herbs.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef heart, lamb/beef kidney, onions, garlic, olive oil/butter, turmeric, salt, pepper, optional tomato paste/herbs.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or other high-carb additions. Request no added sugar in any tomato paste or broth. Omit rice.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
خورش دل و قلوه رو لطفاً بدون سیبزمینی یا نخود سرو کنید. رب گوجه و آبگوشت آن شکر افزوده نداشته باشد. بدون برنج.
For the Khoresht-e Del o Gholveh, no potatoes or chickpeas. No added sugar in tomato paste or broth. No rice.
Watch out for
Excessive tomato paste with added sugar. Rarely, flour thickeners. 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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