Zharkop
Lamb and Vegetable Stew (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Kazakhstani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Kazakh lamb stew, traditionally made with lamb meat, potatoes, carrots, and onions, slow-cooked in a rich broth. For a keto version, potatoes are explicitly omitted, and carrots are limited to keep carb count low, focusing on the succulent lamb and savory broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat, lamb broth, onion, limited carrots, bell peppers (optional), tomato paste (minimal), cooking oil/fat, salt, black pepper, bay leaf.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes. Ask to limit carrots and ensure no sugar is added to the seasoning or tomato paste.
Say this to the waiter (Kazakh)
Жаркөпке картоп қоспаңызшы. Сәбізді аздап салыңыз, әрі дәмдеуішке немесе томат пастасына қант қоспаңыз.
For Zharkop, no potatoes please. Limit carrots, and ensure no sugar in the seasoning or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Potatoes (if not omitted), excessive carrots, hidden thickeners in sauces, added sugar in tomato paste or seasoning.
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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