Tika Kebab
Lamb Chunks Kebab (without bread or rice)
Yes, with a tweak: order without lavash bread, rice, or potato sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Tender chunks of marinated lamb, often with pieces of tail fat, skewered and grilled. A staple of Azerbaijani cuisine, focusing on the succulent meat, with customary carb sides removed for keto compatibility.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks, onion, spices (salt, black pepper), lemon juice or vinegar for marinade, fat for grilling.
How to make it keto
Order without lavash bread, rice, or potato sides. Request extra grilled vegetables such as tomatoes and bell peppers (in moderation for carb count) if available, and ensure they are not glazed with sugary sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Tika Kebabı lavaşsız, plovsuz və kartofsuz istəyirəm. Xahiş edirəm, əlavə qızardılmış pomidor və bibər gətirin. Onlara şirin sous əlavə etməyin.
Tika Kebab without lavash, rice, or potato. Extra grilled tomatoes and bell peppers, please. Ensure no sugary sauces are used.
Watch out for
Served with carb-heavy sides (bread, rice, potatoes). Marinade could have hidden sugars, though traditional lamb marinades are typically simple: onion, salt, pepper, and sometimes lemon/vinegar.
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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