Sini Kebab (Tray-Baked Ground Meat Kebab)
Tray-Baked Ground Meat Kebab with Tomatoes and Peppers
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are included in the tray bake. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful Armenian dish where seasoned ground beef or lamb is pressed into a tray and baked with fresh slices of tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions, allowing the juices and flavors to meld beautifully. Traditionally, potatoes are also baked in the tray but are omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (or lamb), yellow onions, fresh tomatoes, bell peppers (red/green), olive oil, tomato paste (minimal), salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes are included in the tray bake. Request minimal tomato paste and no added sugar in the sauce or marinade. Can ask for extra olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Սինի Քաբաբը՝ առանց կարտոֆիլի։ Լոլիկի մածուկը՝ քիչ, առանց շաքարի սոուսում։ Խնդրում եմ, լրացուցիչ ձիթապտղի յուղ։
Sini Kebab: Ensure no potatoes in the tray bake. Minimal tomato paste, no added sugar in sauce. Extra olive oil, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a traditional ingredient that MUST be omitted. Tomato paste can contain hidden sugars and contribute to carb count. Large quantities of tomatoes and bell peppers.
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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