Adana Kebap (Keto)
Spicy Ground Lamb Kebab with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no bread, no bulgur. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Hand-minced spicy lamb kebab, seasoned with red pepper and spices, grilled on a wide skewer. Served as a platter with a side of plain full-fat yogurt or a small dollop of tomato sauce, and a fresh shepherd's salad, ensuring no rice or bread.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb (high fat), red bell pepper paste, chili flakes, salt, black pepper, cumin, plain full-fat yogurt, small amount of tomato sauce (for garnish), Shepherd's salad (cucumber, tomato, onion, parsley, olive oil, lemon).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no bread, no bulgur. Confirm no added flour/starches in the kebab mix or sauces. Ask for full-fat yogurt if served.
Watch out for
Hidden binders/flour in kebab mix (rare but possible), sugar in tomato sauce/paste, carb content of red bell pepper paste, high tomato/onion content in salad, low-fat yogurt (if served).
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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