Adana / Urfa Kebap (Keto-Friendly)
Spicy Minced Lamb/Beef Kebab with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, bulgur, or bread. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Hand-minced lamb or beef mixed with red pepper flakes and spices, pressed onto wide skewers and grilled over charcoal. Adana is spicier than Urfa. Served without rice, bulgur, or bread, accompanied by grilled low-carb vegetables or a small side salad.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, red pepper flakes, sweet red pepper, garlic, onion, salt, black pepper, grilled bell peppers, zucchini, or green salad.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, bulgur, or bread. Ask for grilled vegetables or a simple green salad. Confirm no breadcrumbs in the kebab mixture (usually not traditional for these, but good to check).
Watch out for
Served with high-carb sides (rice, bulgur, bread), accompanying high-carb sauces, possible breadcrumbs (rare for authentic).
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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