Qazan-Zhurek
Cauldron-Cooked Lamb/Beef Heart
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb or beef heart, slowly cooked in a traditional cast-iron cauldron (kazan) with simple seasonings, often just salt and pepper, allowing the rich, earthy flavor of the offal to shine. It's naturally high in protein and fat.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef heart, rendered fat (e.g., lamb fat, beef tallow), onion, salt, black pepper, minimal broth.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables are added or served on the side. Request extra rendered fat for higher fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Kazakh)
Қазан-жүрекке крахмалды көкөністер қоспаңызшы. Қосымша май бере аласыз ба?
For the Qazan-Zhurek, no starchy vegetables please. Can I have extra rendered fat?
Watch out for
Restaurants might add potato or carrot, or serve with 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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