Bengali Mutton Tikka
Spiced Skewered Lamb/Goat (Bengali Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Boneless pieces of lamb or goat are marinated in a vibrant, yogurt and mustard-based Bengali spice blend (featuring ginger, garlic, green chilies, garam masala, and mustard oil), then skewered and grilled until beautifully charred and tender. Served without carb-heavy sides.
Key ingredients
Boneless lamb/goat meat, yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chili paste, mustard oil, garam masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. Request to be served with low-carb accompaniments such as grilled bell peppers, cucumber, or a simple raita made without sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
মেরিনেডে চিনি দেবেন না। এর সাথে গ্রিলড ক্যাপসিকাম, শসা বা চিনি ছাড়া রায়তা মতো লো-কার্ব কিছু দেবেন।
Please, no sugar in the marinade. Serve with low-carb sides: grilled bell peppers, cucumber, or sugar-free raita.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in marinade, high-carb accompaniments like naan or rice.
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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