Makhlalat Shalgham w Shamandar
Pickled Turnips and Beets
Yes, with a tweak: confirm with the restaurant that no sugar is added to the pickling brine. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Iraqi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Iraqi side dish of vibrantly colored pickles, made from crisp turnips and deep red beets, brined in a tangy mixture of vinegar, water, and salt, often flavored with garlic and chili.
Key ingredients
Turnips, beets, white vinegar, water, salt, garlic cloves, chili (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm with the restaurant that no sugar is added to the pickling brine. Pickling liquid should be vinegar-based only.
Watch out for
Beets and turnips are root vegetables and naturally contain higher levels of carbohydrates and sugars. While pickling does not remove these, the portion size is usually small. Hidden sugars in the brine are a primary concern.
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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