Kabab Lari
Grilled Lamb or Chicken Skewers with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice/bread. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
A specialty from southern Iran, typically lamb or chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, onion, and spices, then grilled on skewers. Known for its distinct tangy flavor.
Key ingredients
Lamb or chicken (cubed), plain yogurt (full fat), lemon juice, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, turmeric.
How to make it keto
Omit rice/bread. Request a side of green salad (oil/vinegar only) or grilled low-carb vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, mushrooms).
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای کباب لاری، لطفاً برنج و نان حذف شود. یک سالاد سبز با روغن و سرکه یا سبزیجات کبابی کم کربوهیدرات میخواهم.
For Kabab Lari, please omit rice and bread. Can I have a green salad with oil/vinegar only, or grilled low-carb vegetables?
Watch out for
Marinade may contain sugar (check), cross-contamination from grill, default high-carb sides. Yogurt contains lactose, but amount in marinade is typically low and mostly consumed by beneficial bacteria.
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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