Keto Warak Enab

Keto Warak Enab is a delightful twist on the classic Lebanese stuffed grape leaves, made with ground meat and fresh herbs, all wrapped in tender grape leaves and baked to perfection. This keto-friendly version is low in carbs while still bursting with authentic flavors.

Ingredients

• Grape leaves - 200 grams (about 30 leaves)
• Ground beef or lamb - 250 grams
• Cauliflower rice - 100 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or lamb, cauliflower rice, sautéed onion and garlic, parsley, mint, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and tomato paste. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
5. Prepare the grape leaves by rinsing them in cold water and patting dry. Lay one grape leaf flat, vein side up, and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling at the base of the leaf.
6. Fold the sides of the grape leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the base to the tip. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.
7. In a baking dish, arrange the rolled grape leaves seam side down in a single layer.
8. Drizzle the remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the grape leaves, then pour the vegetable broth into the baking dish.
9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the tops to brown slightly.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.

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