Brochettes Dajaj aw Lahm
Moroccan Grilled Chicken or Lamb Skewers (Keto Friendly)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of chicken or lamb, marinated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, and other Moroccan spices, then skewered and grilled until juicy and lightly charred. This is a naturally keto-friendly dish, focused on high-quality protein and aromatic spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh or lamb cubes, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, lemon juice, cilantro (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm that no sugar is used in the marinade. Request to serve with a simple side salad (e.g., Moroccan chopped salad without dressing, or grilled low-carb vegetables) instead of rice, fries, or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للمشاوي، هل التتبيلة بدون سكر؟ أرجو تقديم سلطة جانبية بسيطة أو خضروات مشوية بدلاً من الأرز، البطاطس المقلية أو الخبز.
For the Brochettes, please confirm no sugar in the marinade. Can I have a simple side salad or grilled low-carb vegetables instead of rice, fries, or bread?
Watch out for
Potential sugar in marinade (though less common for savory brochettes), typically served with high-carb sides like bread (khobz), fries, or rice.
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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