Keto Kousa Mahshi (Stuffed Zucchini with Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Stuffed Zucchini
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Hollowed-out zucchini halves or whole zucchini stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground meat (beef or lamb), herbs, and cauliflower rice, then gently cooked in a light tomato-based sauce or broth until tender. A hearty and flavorful dish, naturally low in carbs with this modification.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, ground beef/lamb, cauliflower rice, onions, garlic, fresh parsley/mint, olive oil, tomato paste (no sugar), chicken broth, spices (allspice, cumin, turmeric), salt, pepper.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, ensure cauliflower rice is used instead of traditional rice for the stuffing. Confirm no sugar in the tomato sauce and that the broth is sugar-free.
Watch out for
Traditional Kousa Mahshi uses rice in the stuffing. Tomato sauce and broths may contain hidden sugars.
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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