Αρνί Καλαμάκι (χωρίς πίτα)
Lamb Skewers (without pita)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no pita bread is served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Greek dishes.
What it is
Succulent chunks of marinated lamb, grilled on skewers to tender perfection. Served as is, without the traditional pita bread, often accompanied by a lemon wedge.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg meat, olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no pita bread is served. Request it plain with a side of lemon and olive oil. Confirm no sugary marinade is used (rare in traditional Greek lamb skewers).
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Χωρίς πίτα, σας παρακαλώ. Το θέλω σκέτο, με λεμόνι και ελαιόλαδο στο πλάι. Επιβεβαιώστε ότι δεν έχει γλυκιά μαρινάδα.
No pita, please. Can I have it plain with a side of lemon and olive oil? Please confirm no sugary marinade is used.
Watch out for
Possible sugary marinades (uncommon for lamb), hidden starches in seasoning rubs, cross-contamination with pita bread on the grill.
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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