Keto Shish Barak
Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no dough dumplings are included. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A keto adaptation of the classic dish, featuring savory, spiced lamb or beef meatballs simmered in a warm, tangy, and garlicky full-fat yogurt sauce, often garnished with dried mint and pine nuts. The traditional dough dumplings are omitted.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb or beef, onion, fresh parsley, allspice, cumin, plain full-fat yogurt, garlic, dried mint, ghee or butter, olive oil, salt, black pepper, pine nuts (optional, for garnish).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no dough dumplings are included. Ensure full-fat, unsweetened yogurt is used. Request no carb sides.
Watch out for
Small amounts of carbs from yogurt, pine nuts, and onion. Ensure yogurt has no added sugars.
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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