Сарма (Sarma)
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Yes, with a tweak: request *no rice* in the meat filling. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender fermented cabbage leaves (sauerkraut) wrapped around a flavorful mixture of ground meat (pork and/or beef), slow-cooked in a savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Fermented cabbage leaves (sauerkraut), ground pork and/or beef, onion, garlic, minimal tomato paste, paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper, other spices.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *no rice* in the meat filling. Confirm minimal or no added sugar in any tomato sauce or paste used in the dish.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
Сармата без ориз во филот, ве молам. И дали доматниот сос е без додаден шеќер?
For the Сарма, please make it with no rice in the filling. Also, confirm there is no added sugar in the tomato sauce or paste.
Watch out for
Traditional sarma filling always contains rice, which is a significant carb source. Tomato sauce/paste used in cooking may contain hidden sugars. Large quantities of cabbage can contribute to total 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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