Meat-Stuffed Zucchini (Keto Kousa Mahshi style)
Meat-Stuffed Zucchini (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm 'no rice' in the meat stuffing. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lebanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender zucchini squash hollowed out and generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground meat (typically beef or lamb), simmered in a light, tangy tomato or mint-garlic broth. Prepared without the traditional rice filler.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, tomato paste (or mint-garlic broth), lemon juice, mint, Middle Eastern spices (allspice, cinnamon), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm 'no rice' in the meat stuffing. Inquire if the tomato paste or sauce has added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للكوسا المحشية باللحم، الرجاء التأكد من عدم وجود أرز في الحشوة. هل تحتوي صلصة الطماطم على سكر مضاف؟
For Meat-Stuffed Zucchini, please confirm no rice in the stuffing. Does the tomato sauce have added sugar?
Watch out for
Rice in the stuffing (primary risk), sugar in tomato paste/sauce, high-carb vegetable fillers if used.
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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