Zaban
Braised Lamb/Beef Tongue with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request to be served without bread or rice. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
Tender lamb or beef tongue, slow-cooked until exceptionally tender, often sliced and served simply with its natural juices or a light sauce. A delicacy rich in flavor and nutrients.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef tongue, onion, garlic, bay leaf, turmeric, salt, pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Request to be served without bread or rice. Confirm any sauce is not flour-thickened.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای زبان، لطفاً بدون نان و برنج سرو شود. لطفاً تأیید کنید سس با آرد غلیظ نشده باشد.
For Zaban, please serve without bread or rice. Confirm any sauce is not flour-thickened.
Watch out for
Default high-carb sides (bread, rice). Potential for flour-thickened sauces if not 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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