Brochettes
Grilled Meat Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of marinated lamb, beef, or chicken, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. Seasoned with a blend of traditional Algerian spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb, beef, or chicken cubes, olive oil, onions, garlic, paprika, cumin, black pepper, a touch of harissa or chili powder.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice, couscous, or bread is served as an accompaniment. Request extra fat on the meat (if available, choose fattier cuts) or an extra drizzle of olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
البروشات من فضلك بدون أرز، كسكس أو خبز. لو سمحت، أريد شحم إضافي مع اللحم، أو زيادة زيت زيتون.
For the Brochettes, please no rice, couscous, or bread. Can I have extra fat on the meat, or extra olive oil?
Watch out for
Some marinades may contain small amounts of sugar, but typically authentic Algerian brochettes are savory. Watch out for high-carb side dishes, which should be explicitly refused.
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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