İskender Kebap (Pita-free)
Alexander Kebab (Pita-free)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely MUST request 'pidesiz' (without pita bread) or 'ekmeksiz' (without bread). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thin slices of döner kebab meat, served on a plate and generously topped with hot tomato sauce and melted butter, accompanied by plain yogurt.
Key ingredients
Döner meat (lamb/beef), tomato sauce (tomatoes, butter, spices), melted butter, plain yogurt.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Absolutely MUST request 'pidesiz' (without pita bread) or 'ekmeksiz' (without bread). Confirm with the restaurant that the tomato sauce does not contain added sugar, as this is a common practice for this dish.
Watch out for
Pita bread is the primary and significant carb risk. The tomato sauce often contains hidden sugars in restaurant preparations to balance acidity and enhance flavor. Döner meat itself can have minor carbs from marinades.
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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