كفتة مشوية
Grilled Kofta Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or flour are used as binders. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Seasoned ground beef or lamb, typically mixed with finely chopped parsley and onions, shaped into cylinders and grilled to perfection. Served without high-carb sides for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onions, parsley, spices (cumin, coriander, black pepper, paprika), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or flour are used as binders. Request to be served without rice, bread, or potatoes. Opt for a side of green salad (without dressing, or oil and vinegar).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة مشوية لو سمحت، تأكدوا ما فيها بقسماط أو طحين. وقدموها بدون رز، خبز، أو بطاطا. ممكن سلطة خضراء بخل وزيت؟
كفتة مشوية, please confirm no breadcrumbs or flour are used. Serve without rice, bread, or potatoes. Green salad with oil and vinegar on the side.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs or flour used as binders in the kofta mix. High onion content. Often served with rice, bread, or potato 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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