Kabab Mishkak
Spiced Skewered Beef/Lamb
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of beef or lamb marinated in traditional Qatari spices like turmeric, cumin, chili, and dried lime, then grilled to perfection on skewers. This street food staple is naturally keto when served without bread or rice.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb cubes, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, salt, dried lime powder, vinegar/lime juice, onion (marinade).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade. Request it served plain, without any bread, rice, or potato-based sides.
Watch out for
Marinade containing sugar, served with high-carb sides (bread, rice, fries).
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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