Чомлек (без компир)
Slow-Cooked Macedonian Meat Stew (without potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request the omission of potatoes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Macedonian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and rich slow-cooked stew, traditionally prepared in a clay pot. It features tender chunks of meat (typically beef or lamb) braised with onions, garlic, bell peppers, and tomatoes, seasoned with local herbs and spices. The traditional potatoes are omitted for a keto adaptation.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb chunks, onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes (or unsweetened tomato paste), olive oil, bay leaf, red wine (in small amounts for flavor), salt, pepper, paprika.
How to make it keto
Strictly request the omission of potatoes. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener and that any tomato products do not contain added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
Чомлек без компири, ве молам. Дали е без брашно како згуснувач и без додаден шеќер во доматните производи?
For the Чомлек, please no potatoes. Ensure no flour thickener and no added sugar in any tomato products.
Watch out for
Potatoes, flour thickeners in the sauce, added sugar in tomato products, high-carb garnishes.
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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