Qiyma men Qyzanaq
Minced Meat with Tomatoes
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Kazakhstani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple and flavorful sauté or light stew of minced meat (beef, lamb, or horse) cooked with fresh tomatoes and onions, seasoned with salt and pepper. Often served hot as a main dish or side.
Key ingredients
Minced meat (beef, lamb, or horse), fresh tomatoes, onions, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil or rendered fat), salt, black pepper, garlic.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes) are added, and no sugar is used to sweeten the tomatoes (unlikely for savory dish but possible in some cuisines).
Say this to the waiter (Kazakh)
Қима мен Қызанақты картоп сияқты крахмалды көкөністерсіз беріңізші. Қызанаққа қант қосылмағанын растайсыз ба?
Please serve Qiyma men Qyzanaq without starchy vegetables like potatoes. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomatoes.
Watch out for
Tomatoes have natural sugars, so portion control is advised if very strict keto. Ensure no hidden sugars in seasoning or sauce. High onion content can increase carbs.
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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