Basdirma Kebab
Grilled Marinated Beef Kebab with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: verify no sugar in the marinade. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of beef, marinated with onions and spices, then grilled on skewers. Known for its rich flavor and tenderness. Can be adapted for keto by focusing on the meat and requesting suitable sides.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks, onions, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, sometimes a touch of vinegar or mineral water for marinade, vegetable oil.
How to make it keto
Verify no sugar in the marinade. Strictly avoid lavash, rice, or potato. Opt for grilled low-carb vegetables or a fresh cucumber and herb salad.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Basdirma Kabab marinadında şəkər olmasın. Lavaş, düyü, kartofsuz. Əvəzinə az karbohidratlı manqal tərəvəzi və ya təzə xiyar-göyərti salatı istərəm.
Basdirma Kebab: Is the marinade sugar-free? No lavash, rice, potato. I'll have grilled low-carb vegetables or a fresh cucumber-herb salad instead.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades, high-carb sauces, traditional bread and rice accompaniments.
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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