Kavurmalı Yumurta (Ekmeksiz)
Eggs with Sautéed Diced Meat (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for it 'Ekmeksiz' (without bread). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A hearty and traditional breakfast or brunch dish, featuring succulent cubes of slow-cooked or sautéed lamb/beef (kavurma) scrambled or fried with eggs. Naturally keto-friendly when served without bread.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef kavurma (diced, slow-cooked meat), eggs, butter/oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (optional).
How to make it keto
Ask for it 'Ekmeksiz' (without bread). Ensure no flour or unnecessary additives in the kavurma preparation itself. Confirm eggs are cooked only with the meat and spices.
Watch out for
Always served with bread for dipping. Ensure the kavurma is not premade with any starches.
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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