Kebab e Tabeh
Pan-Fried Ground Meat Patties
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
Flavorful ground meat (typically beef or lamb) mixed with onions and spices, pan-fried into patties. Often served in a simple tomato-based sauce.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onions, salt, pepper, turmeric, optional tomato paste/puree for sauce, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Request "no rice" or bread. Ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used as binders in the patties (though authentic versions typically don't). If served with sauce, confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
کباب تابهای را بدون برنج یا نان میخواهم. لطفاً آرد یا پودر سوخاری استفاده نشده باشد و سس آن شکر نداشته باشد.
For Kebab e Tabeh, no rice or bread, please. Ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used. Confirm no added sugar in any sauce.
Watch out for
Tomato-based sauce can contain added sugars or higher carb count from tomatoes/paste. Onions in the patties.
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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