Izgara Köfte Tabağı
Grilled Meatballs with Keto Sides (no rice/bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no bread, no french fries (pilavsız, ekmeksiz, patatessiz). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Flavorful, seasoned grilled meatballs (köfte) made from ground beef (sometimes mixed with lamb), typically served with a fresh salad and grilled peppers and tomatoes. It is crucial to omit the traditional rice pilaf, lavash bread, or french fries.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (or lamb), onion, garlic, spices (cumin, red pepper, mint), salt, pepper, olive oil, assorted salad vegetables, grilled peppers and tomatoes.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no bread, no french fries (pilavsız, ekmeksiz, patatessiz). Confirm no breadcrumbs are used in the köfte mixture. Ask for a simple olive oil and lemon dressing for the salad.
Watch out for
Potential breadcrumbs or binders in the meatballs (though less common in authentic 'ızgara köfte'), hidden sugars in tomato paste or sauces, accompanying high-carb sides (must be omitted).
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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