Mahicheh
Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank
Yes, with a tweak: request 'just the lamb shank' or 'no rice (polo) and no fava beans' to avoid high-carb accompaniments. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A fall-off-the-bone tender lamb shank, slow-cooked in a rich broth with onions and aromatic spices until incredibly flavorful. Traditionally served with cauliflower rice and green beans.
Key ingredients
Lamb shank, onion, turmeric, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, tomato paste (optional, common for color/flavor), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request 'just the lamb shank' or 'no rice (polo) and no fava beans' to avoid high-carb accompaniments. The shank itself is keto.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
ماهیچه فقط خود ماهیچه لطفا. بدون پلو و باقالی.
For the Mahicheh, just the lamb shank please. No polo and no fava beans.
Watch out for
Tomato paste in the braising liquid; onions in the sauce. The primary carb risk is the traditional accompaniment (Baghali Polo), which must be omitted.
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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