Shashlik
Grilled Meat Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar in the marinade. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chunks of marinated pork or lamb, skewered and grilled to perfection over an open flame. A staple of Russian summer and celebratory cuisine.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder or lamb leg, onions, vinegar, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, cooking oil (for grilling/greasing).
How to make it keto
Request no sugar in the marinade. Ask for it to be served without any side dishes (e.g., potatoes, rice, bread).
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Шашлык, пожалуйста, без сахара в маринаде. Подайте его без гарнира: без картошки, риса и хлеба.
For the Shashlik, please use no sugar in the marinade. Serve it plain, without any sides like potatoes, rice, or bread.
Watch out for
Marinade sugar (common in restaurant settings for tenderization/flavor), sweet sauces (ketchup, adjika) served on the side, high-carb sides (potatoes, 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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