Dana Yanak Tandır (Pilavsız)
Slow-braised Beef Cheek (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Tender beef cheek, slow-braised to perfection until incredibly soft and falling apart. It's cooked in its own rich juices, often with minimal aromatic vegetables and herbs, but traditionally served with rice. For keto, the rice must be omitted, and high-carb braising vegetables (like carrots) should be minimal or absent.
Key ingredients
Beef cheek, beef broth, olive oil, bay leaf, thyme, salt, black pepper. (Traditional might include minimal onion and celery, or tiny amounts of tomato paste, which are keto-managed).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice. Confirm no high-carb vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots) are used in the braising liquid, or that they are kept to an absolute minimum. Ensure no flour or sugar is used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Rice, potatoes, carrots, or excessive tomato paste in the braising liquid. Flour-thickened sauces.
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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