Chimen cu Carne
Keto Caraway Beef/Pork Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or flour are used. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A distinctive Romanian stew, where succulent pieces of beef or pork are slow-cooked with a generous amount of caraway seeds, infusing the dish with its unique aromatic flavor. Modified to be low-carb.
Key ingredients
Beef or pork, onion, bell pepper, canned tomatoes (minimal), whole caraway seeds, broth, lard or cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or flour are used. Request extra caraway seeds. Confirm no added sugars in tomato products.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Vă rog Chimen cu Carne fără cartofi sau făină, cu chimen în plus. Vă rog să confirmați că nu e zahăr adăugat în produsele de roșii.
Please prepare the Chimen cu Carne without potatoes or flour, and with extra caraway seeds. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato products.
Watch out for
Flour used as a thickener. Potatoes or other root vegetables. Hidden sugars in tomato paste.
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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