Çiğ Köfte (Keto Versiyon - Bulgursuz)
Keto Raw Meatballs (Bulgur-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no bulgur; confirm no sugar is added to tomato or pepper pastes; request only lettuce and lemon as accompaniments, no bread. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A keto-friendly rendition of the famous Turkish appetizer, traditionally made with fine bulgur. This modified version features finely ground raw beef (or sometimes lamb), kneaded vigorously with intense tomato and hot pepper pastes, finely chopped onions, garlic, and a rich blend of Turkish spices. Instead of bulgur, finely processed walnuts or a mix of walnuts and riced cauliflower is used to achieve the desired texture without the carbs. Served with fresh lettuce leaves and lemon wedges.
Key ingredients
Finely ground raw beef (or lamb), tomato paste, hot pepper paste, walnuts (or riced cauliflower), onions, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, isot (Urfa pepper), olive oil, fresh mint, fresh parsley, lettuce leaves, lemon wedges.
How to make it keto
Strictly no bulgur; confirm no sugar is added to tomato or pepper pastes; request only lettuce and lemon as accompaniments, no bread.
Watch out for
Traditional bulgur base; hidden sugars in processed tomato or pepper pastes; served with pita bread or lavaş.
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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