Adana/Urfa Kebap (Tabakta)
Adana/Urfa Kebab Plate with Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request 'tabakta' (on a plate) and explicitly ask for no lavash bread, no rice, and no bulgur. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spicy (Adana) or mild (Urfa) hand-minced lamb and beef kebab, grilled on a wide skewer. Served on a plate with grilled tomatoes, peppers, and a refreshing raw onion and sumac salad. The dish emphasizes the rich, fatty meat and fresh accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb and beef, grilled tomatoes, peppers, raw onions, sumac
How to make it keto
Request 'tabakta' (on a plate) and explicitly ask for no lavash bread, no rice, and no bulgur. Confirm no added sugar in the onion salad or any accompanying sauces.
Watch out for
Some restaurants add breadcrumbs or flour to the meat mixture as a binder.
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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