Adana/Urfa Kebap (Lavashsız/Pilavsız)
Adana/Urfa Kebap (Spicy Ground Lamb/Beef Skewer with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for 'lavashsız ve pilavsız' (without lavash and rice). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Char-grilled spicy (Adana) or mild (Urfa) ground lamb and/or beef skewer, traditionally served with lavash bread and rice. For a keto diet, it must be ordered without the bread and rice, opting for a side salad (no sugary dressing) or grilled vegetables.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, red pepper flakes, sumac, onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, olive oil (for cooking), sometimes tomato paste. Served with potential grilled tomatoes/peppers.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for 'lavashsız ve pilavsız' (without lavash and rice). Request extra plain salad or grilled vegetables instead. Confirm no hidden breadcrumbs in the mixture (authentic versions typically don't use them).
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades, starch/fillers in köfte (rare for authentic kebap), sugary side sauces, high-carb side dishes (rice, bulgur, lavash).
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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