Joojeh Kabob
Chicken Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
Succulent pieces of boneless chicken (thigh or breast) marinated in yogurt, saffron, and lemon juice, then grilled on skewers.
Key ingredients
Chicken thigh/breast, yogurt, onion, lemon juice, saffron, salt, pepper, grilled tomato, grilled onion.
Optional tweaks
Ask for no rice (polo) or bread (nan). Enjoy with the grilled vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
جوجه کباب بدون پلو و نان لطفا.
For the Joojeh Kabob, please no rice and no bread.
Watch out for
Yogurt in marinade adds minimal carbs; potential sugar in some restaurant marinades; large grilled tomatoes and onions.
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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