Chapli Kebab
Minced Meat Patties
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'no flour' or 'no besan' as a binder. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Pakistani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Large, flattened minced meat patties, typically made from beef, mixed with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and a robust blend of spices, then shallow-fried until crispy.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onions, tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, garlic, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, red chili flakes, salt, black pepper, egg, cooking oil (for frying), sometimes a small amount of corn flour or gram flour (besan) as binder.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ask for 'no flour' or 'no besan' as a binder. Request minimal onions and tomatoes, although they are integral to the flavor. Confirm no hidden sugars in the mixture.
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes, flour/besan binder, potential hidden sugar in seasoning mixes.
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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