Krouv Memula
Keto Stuffed Cabbage (Meat & Herbs)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the filling is made without rice. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Israeli food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Ashkenazi-Israeli comfort dish, featuring tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory filling of ground meat and herbs, slow-cooked in a tangy tomato sauce. This keto modification ensures the filling is rice-free.
Key ingredients
Cabbage leaves, ground beef/lamb, crushed tomatoes (unsweetened), tomato paste (unsweetened), onion, garlic, olive oil, fresh herbs (parsley, dill), spices (paprika, black pepper), lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the filling is made without rice. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes contain rice in the filling. Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce. Excessive onion.
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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