Iranian keto guide
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171 dishes42 keto as served112 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Iranian cuisine can be adapted to keto by focusing on grilled meats and select stews, but requires conscious avoidance of staple carb dishes.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various grilled meats (lamb, beef, chicken), herbs, yogurt, eggplant, and simple vegetable salads.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are the ubiquitous rice dishes (chelo, polo), stews containing legumes or dried fruits, and all traditional breads and desserts.
Best for
This cuisine works best for high-protein keto dieters who are comfortable consistently skipping rice and bread while focusing on grilled meats and vegetable-based sides.
12 matching dishes
Dende Kabob
Lamb Rib Kabob (No Rice/Bread)
Tender and succulent lamb ribs, typically marinated simply with onion, garlic, salt, and pepper, then grilled …
2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein60 fat850 kcal
Basturma
Cured Air-Dried Beef
Thinly sliced, highly seasoned, air-dried cured beef, typically coated in a vibrant paste made from fenugreek,…
3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal
Jigar Kabob
Lamb Liver Kabob
Skewers of marinated lamb liver, grilled to tender perfection, often seasoned simply with salt and pepper.…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein30 fat500 kcal
Kabab Barg
Filet Mignon Skewers
Thinly sliced, marinated filet mignon or lamb loin, grilled on skewers to tender perfection. Often considered …
6 net8 total2 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
Mahi Kabob
Grilled Fish Skewers
Marinated fish fillet (e.g., trout, salmon, white fish) grilled on skewers, resulting in a light and flaky dis…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
Joojeh Kabob
Chicken Skewers
Succulent pieces of boneless chicken (thigh or breast) marinated in yogurt, saffron, and lemon juice, then gri…
7 net9 total2 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
Kabab Koobideh
Ground Meat Skewers
Two skewers of seasoned ground lamb or beef, typically grilled, often served with grilled tomatoes and onions.…
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Kebab e Tabeh
Pan-Fried Ground Meat Patties
Flavorful ground meat (typically beef or lamb) mixed with onions and spices, pan-fried into patties. Often ser…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Kabab-e Badbadak
Grilled Quail Skewers
Whole or halved quails, marinated in a simple mixture of onion, lemon juice, saffron, and olive oil, then gril…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Khasyeh Kabob
Grilled Lamb Testicles Skewers
A delicacy in some parts of Iran, featuring tender lamb testicles marinated and grilled on skewers. Known for …
5 net7 total2 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Mahi-e Tanoori
Oven-Baked Whole Fish
A whole fish, often whitefish or trout, seasoned simply with herbs and spices, then traditionally baked in a t…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Siyahoo Kabob
Black Pepper Garlic Lamb/Beef Kabob
A distinct kabob style, typically made with chunks of lamb or beef, heavily marinated in black pepper and garl…
5 net6 total1 fibre65 protein65 fat900 kcal