Shish Tawook
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: request 'meat only' or 'meat and bell peppers/onions only,' no bread (khubz), no rice, no fries. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Marinated cubes of chicken breast, often with bell peppers and onions, grilled on skewers until tender and slightly charred. A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, yogurt (for marinade), lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, spices (paprika, oregano, black pepper). Often includes bell peppers and onions.
How to make it keto
Request 'meat only' or 'meat and bell peppers/onions only,' no bread (khubz), no rice, no fries. Ensure the marinade is sugar-free or very low sugar. Ask for extra olive oil on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
شيش طاووق لو سمحت، لحم فقط أو مع فلفل وبصل فقط. بدون خبز، رز، أو بطاطا مقلية. تأكد لي التتبيلة بدون سكر. وزيت زيتون زيادة على الجنب.
For the Shish Tawook, please serve meat only, or meat with bell peppers/onions. No bread, rice, or fries. Confirm the marinade is sugar-free. Extra olive oil on the side, please.
Watch out for
Yogurt in marinade (minimal usually), small amount of tomato paste (if used), bell peppers and onions (account for these carbs if included), often served with bread, rice, or fries. Hidden sugars in commercial marinades are a significant risk.
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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