Dana Basdırma Kabab
Marinated Beef Kebab Skewers (No Carb Sides)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Skewers of tender beef pieces (e.g., sirloin or tenderloin), marinated for hours in a mixture of grated onions and spices, then grilled to a succulent finish.
Key ingredients
Beef sirloin/tenderloin, onion (for marinade), olive oil, salt, black pepper, bay leaf (for marinade).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread/lavash or rice is served as an accompaniment. Confirm that the marinade is completely sugar-free. Request grilled low-carb vegetables as a side.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Dana Basdırma Kababın yanında çörək, lavaş və ya düyü olmasın. Marinadı tamamilə şəkərsizdirmi? Yanında qızardılmış az karbohidratlı tərəvəzlər istəyərdim.
Dana Basdırma Kabab: no bread, lavash, or rice. Is the marinade sugar-free? Grilled low-carb vegetables as a side, please.
Watch out for
Potential for sugary marinades (though less common for traditional Basdırma), accompanying bread/lavash, and carb-heavy side dishes.
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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