Чакапули (Кето)
Keto Chakapuli (Georgian Lamb Stew with Herbs)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure that any tkemali paste or green plums used have no added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Georgian spring stew, widely enjoyed in Russian cuisine, known for its tangy and aromatic flavor profile. Made with lamb (or veal), copious amounts of fresh tarragon, green plums (or tkemali paste), white wine, and various other fresh herbs. It is naturally low-carb, provided no starchy fillers or sugary sauces are used. The tartness is derived from the plums/tkemali and sometimes dry white wine.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat, green plums (or sugar-free tkemali paste), fresh tarragon, cilantro, dill, parsley, garlic, onion, dry white wine, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure that any tkemali paste or green plums used have no added sugar. Request no starchy sides (like bread or potatoes) that traditionally accompany this dish. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener in the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Уточните, пожалуйста, ткемали или сливы без сахара, и в Чакапули нет муки или крахмала. Подайте без хлеба и картофеля.
Please confirm tkemali or plums have no added sugar, and no flour or cornstarch in the stew. Serve without bread or potatoes.
Watch out for
Added sugar in commercially prepared tkemali paste. Flour or cornstarch used as thickeners. Served with high-carb accompaniments like bread or rice. Green plums naturally contain some sugar, so very large quantities should be noted.
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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