Gar Shish Kabob (Keto)
Lamb Shish Kabob with Grilled Vegetables (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, bulgur, potatoes, or lavash. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender cubes of marinated lamb, skewered and grilled to perfection, served with an assortment of grilled keto-friendly vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini, instead of traditional rice pilaf or lavash.
Key ingredients
Lamb leg or shoulder, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, onion, bell peppers, zucchini, parsley, salt, black pepper, oregano.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, bulgur, potatoes, or lavash. Confirm no added sugar in the marinade. Ask for extra keto-friendly vegetables or a side salad instead of carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Marinade (hidden sugars, especially in pre-marinated meat), large quantities of onions/bell peppers, restaurant-served sides (rice, pita, potatoes).
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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