Balıq Kebabı
Grilled Fish Kebab
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (often sturgeon or salmon), marinated lightly and then grilled over an open flame or on skewers until flaky and delicious. Typically served simply to highlight the fish's natural flavor.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fish fillets (e.g., sturgeon, salmon), lemon, salt, pepper, cooking oil (for grilling).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sweet glazes are used in the marinade (uncommon). Request no rice or bread. Focus on the fish and a squeeze of lemon.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Balıq Kebabı üçün zəhmət olmasa marinadında şirin sous olmasın. Yanında düyü və ya çörək olmasın.
For Balıq Kebabı, please ensure no sweet glazes in the marinade. No rice or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Sweet marinades/glazes (rare); cross-contamination with bread/rice.
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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