Adana Kebabı (Pirinç ve Lavaşsız)
Adana Kebab Platter (No Rice or Lavash)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice (pirinçsiz), no lavash bread (lavaşsız), and confirm any salad dressing is a simple oil-and-lemon mix without added sugars. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A signature Turkish dish featuring spicy, hand-minced lamb and beef kebab, grilled on skewers to perfection. It is traditionally served with grilled vegetables (peppers, tomatoes) and a simple side salad. For a keto diet, it is crucial to request the platter without the customary rice pilaf and lavash bread.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, ground beef, red pepper paste, sumac, cumin, salt, black pepper, grilled bell peppers, grilled tomatoes, raw onion, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice (pirinçsiz), no lavash bread (lavaşsız), and confirm any salad dressing is a simple oil-and-lemon mix without added sugars. Watch portion sizes of higher-carb vegetables like raw onions and tomatoes.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in red pepper paste or marinade. Some restaurants may use sweet salad dressings. Invariably served with rice, bread, or french fries unless specified otherwise.
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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