Qebap (Mish i Grirë i Zgarës Pa Bukë)
Grilled Ground Meat Patties (Keto, No Breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request *no breadcrumbs* or flour in the meat mixture. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Flavorful ground meat (typically beef or lamb, or a mix) seasoned with Albanian spices, formed into patties or small skewers and grilled. Served without any bread or high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Ground beef or lamb (or mix), onion (minimal), garlic, paprika, black pepper, salt, olive oil (for grilling).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request *no breadcrumbs* or flour in the meat mixture. Confirm it's served plain, without bread or carb-heavy garnishes like rice or fries.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Qebap, pa bukë të thekur apo miell te mishi. Ju lutem shërbejeni thjesht, pa bukë, oriz apo patate të skuqura.
For the Qebap, no breadcrumbs or flour in the meat. Please serve it plain, without bread, rice, or fries.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or flour used as a binder in the meat mixture, high-carb side dishes (bread, rice, fries, potato salad).
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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