مشاوي مشكل
Mixed Grill Platter (Kebab, Kofta, Shish Tawook)
Yes, with a tweak: request meat only, with no rice, bread, or fries. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A generous platter featuring a variety of popular grilled meats: succulent lamb or beef cubes (Kebab), spiced ground meat skewers (Kofta), and tender marinated chicken pieces (Shish Tawook).
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef cubes, ground beef/lamb, chicken breast/thigh, onions, garlic, various spices (cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper), heavy cooking oil for marinating and grilling. Shish Tawook marinade often includes yogurt, lemon juice, and tomato paste.
How to make it keto
Request meat only, with no rice, bread, or fries. Ask for extra grilled vegetables (onions, bell peppers) if available, but be mindful of portion sizes for higher-carb vegetables. Explicitly ask for no sugary marinades on the chicken.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مشاوي مشكل لحمة بس، بدون رز أو خبز أو بطاطس. ممكن خضار مشوية زيادة؟ والدجاج بدون تتبيلة سكر.
مشاوي مشكل, please, meat only. No rice, bread, or fries. Can I have extra grilled vegetables? And no sugary marinade on the chicken.
Watch out for
Always served with high-carb sides like rice, bread, or fries. Shish Tawook marinades can contain sugar or significant amounts of tomato paste and yogurt. Grilled onions and bell peppers, while keto-friendly in moderation, can add up in large restaurant portions.
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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