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Grilled Skewered Meat (Pork, Chicken, or Lamb)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Belarusian dishes.
What it is
Marinated chunks of meat (most commonly pork in Belarus) threaded onto skewers and grilled over open coals. A very popular dish, especially in warmer months.
Key ingredients
Pork/chicken/lamb meat, onion, vinegar (or kefir/lemon juice for marinade), salt, pepper, spices.
Optional tweaks
Confirm marinade contains no sugar. Request no bread, rice, or potato sides. Ask for a simple side salad (cucumber, tomato, onion with oil/vinegar, if available) or pickles.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades (e.g., ketchup-based), carby side dishes (bread, rice, fries).
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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