בסטרמה
Cured Spiced Beef Basterma
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Israeli dishes.
What it is
A traditional, highly aromatic cured beef delicacy, air-dried and heavily coated with a pungent spice mixture called 'chaman' (fenugreek, garlic, paprika, and chili powder). Served thinly sliced as a distinctive and flavorful appetizer.
Key ingredients
Cured beef, fenugreek paste (chaman), garlic, paprika, chili powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed, this dish is inherently keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Ensure no hidden sugars are used in the curing or chaman spice mix preparation.
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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