Shish Tawook
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no rice or pita bread. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lebanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Cubes of chicken breast or thigh marinated in a yogurt, garlic, lemon, and spice mixture, then skewered and grilled.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste (minimal), spices.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no rice or pita bread. Ask for a simple side salad of cucumber, tomato, and lettuce with olive oil and lemon. Inquire if the marinade contains any sugar; if so, request a simpler marinade if possible or acknowledge the higher carb count.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
شيش طاووق، من فضلك بدون رز أو خبز. ممكن سلطة جانبية خس، خيار وبندورة مع زيت زيتون وليمون؟ هل تتبيلة الدجاج فيها سكر؟
For the Shish Tawook, no rice or pita. Can I get a simple side salad of cucumber, tomato, and lettuce with olive oil and lemon? Does the marinade contain sugar?
Watch out for
Marinade can contain yogurt (lactose), lemon juice, and sometimes small amounts of tomato paste or even sugar. Often served with rice and bread.
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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