Achar
Iraqi Mango Pickle
Yes, with a tweak: inquire if any sugar is added to the pickling liquid. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A spicy and tangy Iraqi pickle, primarily made from unripe mangoes, often with chili, mustard seeds, and fenugreek. Enjoyed as a condiment to add a bold flavor to meals.
Key ingredients
Unripe mangoes, chili powder, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, nigella seeds, turmeric, salt, vinegar, cooking oil (e.g., mustard oil or vegetable oil).
How to make it keto
Inquire if any sugar is added to the pickling liquid. Choose small portions due to natural sugars in mango.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
أجار، هل يوجد سكر مضاف في ماء التخليل؟ أرغب بحصة صغيرة من فضلك.
For Achar, is there any added sugar in the pickling liquid? I'll have a small portion.
Watch out for
Unripe mango still contains natural sugars, though less than ripe mango. Some recipes or commercial versions may add sugar to the pickling brine to balance the tartness. The quantity consumed is key.
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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