Warak Enab bil Lahm (Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat, No Rice)
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Meat (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing contains no rice. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender grape leaves generously stuffed with a savory mixture of minced lamb or beef, fresh herbs like parsley and mint, and aromatic spices, slowly cooked in a tangy lemon-infused broth. Prepared without any rice in the stuffing to ensure keto compliance.
Key ingredients
Grape leaves, minced lamb/beef, onions, parsley, mint, tomatoes, lemon juice, olive oil, various spices (cumin, black pepper, allspice), salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the stuffing contains no rice. Confirm no sugar is added to the cooking liquid or tomato paste.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لو سمحت، تأكد أن الحشوة لا تحتوي على أرز أبداً. وتأكد أن ماء الطبخ أو معجون الطماطم بدون سكر.
Please ensure the stuffing contains no rice. Confirm no sugar in the cooking liquid or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes in the stuffing can add up in large portions. Potential for hidden sugars in store-bought grape leaves or broth.
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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