Shorbat Kusa
Creamy Zucchini Soup
Yes, with a tweak: strictly verify no flour, potato, or rice is used as a thickener. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A soothing and creamy soup made with fresh zucchini, typically blended smooth with a rich broth and heavy cream, seasoned simply with local herbs. Modified to be free of any carb-based thickeners.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, heavy cream (optional), vegetable/chicken broth, onion, garlic, olive oil/butter, salt, black pepper, fresh mint or dill.
How to make it keto
Strictly verify no flour, potato, or rice is used as a thickener. If cream is used, confirm it's unsweetened. Request no croutons or bread served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
شوربة كوسا، من فضلك تأكد أنها بدون طحين أو بطاطا أو أرز للتكثيف. إذا استخدمت الكريمة، تأكد أنها غير محلاة. وبدون خبز محمص أو خبز.
For the Shorbat Kusa, please ensure no flour, potato, or rice as thickener. If cream is used, confirm it's unsweetened. No croutons or bread.
Watch out for
Commonly thickened with flour, potato, or rice. Hidden sugars in broths. Served with croutons or bread.
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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