Ghoris Mtsvadi
Pork Shashlik / Skewered Pork BBQ
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
Succulent chunks of marinated pork, skewered and grilled over an open flame until tender and slightly charred. Typically seasoned simply with salt and pepper, often served with raw onions.
Key ingredients
Pork (shoulder or loin), salt, pepper, sometimes onion/vinegar for marinade, cooking oil (for grilling).
Optional tweaks
Confirm marinade does not contain sugar or high-carb ingredients. Request without bread, rice, or potato sides.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
გთხოვთ, დამიდასტუროთ, რომ მარინადში შაქარი ან მაღალნახშირწყლოვანი ინგრედიენტები არ არის. პურის, ბრინჯის ან კარტოფილის გარეშე, თუ შეიძლება.
Please confirm the marinade has no sugar or high-carb ingredients. No bread, rice, or potato sides, please.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades (rare for traditional Mtsvadi, but possible), high-carb side dishes (bread, potatoes, 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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