Dana Basdirma
Marinated Beef Skewers (No Lavash/Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no lavash bread, no rice, and no starchy vegetable sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Succulent cubes of beef, typically sirloin or tenderloin, marinated in a rich mixture (often involving onion, salt, pepper, and sometimes a hint of sour fruit juice or vinegar) then skewered and grilled. Served without the traditional lavash bread and rice.
Key ingredients
Beef (sirloin or tenderloin), onion, salt, black pepper, olive oil. Marinade can vary slightly.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no lavash bread, no rice, and no starchy vegetable sides. Opt for fresh or grilled non-starchy vegetables as an accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Dana Basdırma üçün, xahiş edirəm, marinadda şəkər olmadığından əmin olun. Düyü, lavaş və ya kartofsuz olsun. Sadəcə ət, soğan və sumaqla.
For Dana Basdirma, please confirm no sugar in the marinade. No rice, lavash, or potatoes. Just the meat, with raw onions and sumac.
Watch out for
Lavash bread, rice. Potential hidden sugars in complex marinades or commercially prepared spice rubs.
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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