Kuzu Güveç (Patatessiz)
Lamb and Vegetable Casserole (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'patatessiz' (no potatoes). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-cooked, tender chunks of lamb prepared in an earthenware pot with a medley of vegetables. For keto, potatoes are omitted, and high-carb vegetables like tomatoes, onions, and peppers are used in moderation, focusing on the rich lamb and olive oil base.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (cubed), olive oil, onion, garlic, green peppers, tomatoes, tomato paste, optional zucchini/eggplant, salt, pepper, herbs.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'patatessiz' (no potatoes). Also ask for 'az domates, az soğan, az biber' (less tomato, onion, pepper).
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common ingredient. Excessive amounts of tomatoes, onions, peppers. Hidden sugar in tomato paste.
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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