Shishqebap (me Mish Qengji ose Vici)
Lamb or Beef Skewers with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request without bread (bukë), rice (oriz), or potatoes (patate). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent chunks of marinated lamb or beef, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. Served traditionally with grilled low-carb vegetables (like bell peppers or zucchini) and without any bread or rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, bell peppers, zucchini, onions (optional).
How to make it keto
Request without bread (bukë), rice (oriz), or potatoes (patate). Ensure the marinade contains no sugar. Ask for a side of green salad or roasted keto vegetables instead of fries or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Shishqebapin pa bukë, pa oriz dhe pa patate. Sigurohuni që marinata të mos ketë sheqer. Mund të kem një sallatë jeshile ose perime keto të pjekura në vend të tyre?
Shishqebap without bread, rice, or potatoes. Confirm no sugar in marinade. Can I have green salad or roasted keto vegetables instead?
Watch out for
Marinade might contain sugar, often served with high-carb sides (bread, rice, fries), large amounts of onions or other higher-carb vegetables on the skewer.
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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