Döner Et Tabağı (No Pilaf/Bread)
Turkish Rotisserie Meat Plate with Keto Salad
Yes, with a tweak: specify a 'Döner plate' (Döner Tabağı) with no bread (ekmek yok) and no rice (pilav yok). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thinly sliced, succulent meat (typically a mix of lamb and beef, or chicken) cooked on a vertical rotisserie. Served as a generous plate with a crisp side salad, explicitly omitting all bread and rice.
Key ingredients
Mixed lamb and beef (or chicken), spices (cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper), onions, garlic, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, olive oil, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Specify a 'Döner plate' (Döner Tabağı) with no bread (ekmek yok) and no rice (pilav yok). Confirm any accompanying sauce is sugar-free, or request olive oil and lemon on the side.
Watch out for
Marinades can sometimes contain small amounts of sugar or flour as a binder. Default sauces (e.g., 'special sauce') might be sugary. The main risk is being served with pita/lavash or rice if not clearly communicated.
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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