Güveç
Lamb/Beef and Low-Carb Vegetable Casserole
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, carrots, peas, or other high-carb vegetables. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Turkish casserole traditionally cooked and served in an earthenware pot (güveç). This keto-friendly version features tender pieces of lamb or beef slow-simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with a selection of naturally low-carb vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, green beans, and bell peppers, ensuring no high-carb root vegetables like potatoes or carrots are included.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef stew meat, tomatoes, bell peppers, eggplant, zucchini, green beans, onions, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, spices (oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes, carrots, peas, or other high-carb vegetables. Ensure no rice or bulgur is served as an accompaniment. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste or sauce. Chefs sometimes include potatoes or other starchy vegetables by default, so explicit requests are necessary.
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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