Sir-o-Sheer
Creamy Garlic and Egg Stew (Gilan Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure heavy cream is used instead of low-fat milk. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and comforting stew from the Caspian region, featuring a creamy base of milk or heavy cream, abundant fresh garlic, and often eggs. It's a flavorful and warming dish, naturally high in fat and low in carbs when prepared correctly.
Key ingredients
Garlic (lots of it!), Eggs, Heavy cream (or full-fat milk), Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, dill), Butter or oil, Salt, Black pepper, Turmeric (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure heavy cream is used instead of low-fat milk. Request no potatoes or other starchy thickeners. Confirm no bread is served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
لطفا به جای شیر کمچرب، خامه پرچرب استفاده کنید. سیبزمینی، غلیظکنندههای نشاستهای و نان هم نباشد.
Please use heavy cream, no low-fat milk. And no potatoes, other thickeners, or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Can be served with bread in traditional settings. Some versions might use flour as a thickener (uncommon but possible in a restaurant setting, so confirm). Full-fat milk contains lactose, so heavy cream is preferred for strict keto.
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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