Keto Meatballs in Garlicky Yogurt Sauce (Sheesh Barak Style)
Spiced Beef Meatballs in Garlicky Mint Yogurt Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the yogurt sauce; ask for a strictly plain, full-fat yogurt base. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A keto-friendly reinterpretation of the classic Sheesh Barak. Succulent spiced ground beef meatballs are gently simmered in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce infused with fresh garlic and aromatic mint, offering a comforting and rich flavor without the traditional dough dumplings.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, onions, garlic, fresh mint, plain full-fat yogurt, eggs (for binding meatballs), olive oil, salt, black pepper, traditional Syrian seven-spice blend.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the yogurt sauce; ask for a strictly plain, full-fat yogurt base. Confirm no rice or bulgur in meatballs.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كرات اللحم بصوص اللبن: الصوص بدون طحين أو نشا، بس لبن كامل الدسم سادة. واللحم ما فيه رز أو برغل.
Keto Meatballs in Garlicky Yogurt Sauce: No flour or cornstarch in the yogurt sauce, just plain full-fat yogurt. No rice or bulgur in the meatballs.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made yogurt, flour/starch used as thickener in yogurt sauce, small amounts of high-carb vegetables in meatballs.
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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