Izgara Köfte Tabağı (Ekmeksiz Servis)
Grilled Meatball Plate (Served Without Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ask if breadcrumbs are used in the köfte mixture and if they can be omitted or minimized. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Charcoal-grilled Turkish meatballs made from ground beef and lamb, seasoned with herbs and spices. Served on a plate with a fresh salad or roasted peppers, omitting all bread and rice.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, ground lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, olive oil, tomato, cucumber, lemon.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask if breadcrumbs are used in the köfte mixture and if they can be omitted or minimized. Request no bread (pide/lavash) and no rice. Opt for extra salad or grilled vegetables as sides. Confirm no hidden sugar in salad dressing.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs often used as a binder in meatballs (even if minimal, can add up), hidden sugar in sauces or salad dressing, traditionally served with pita bread/rice.
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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