Kuzu/Dana/Tavuk Şiş Kebap
Lamb/Beef/Chicken Shish Kebab with Keto-Friendly Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, bulgur, or bread. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Grilled skewers of marinated lamb, beef, or chicken pieces. Traditionally served with rice or bulgur and flatbread, but can be ordered with a side salad or grilled vegetables for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Marinated lamb, beef, or chicken cubes, olive oil, spices (paprika, cumin, oregano), bell peppers, onions (for grilling), lemon.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, bulgur, or bread. Ask for extra salad (e.g., çoban salata without too much onion/tomato) or grilled vegetables. Confirm marinade has no added sugar.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, common carb sides (rice, bulgur, bread), grilling vegetables might increase carb count slightly if not monitored.
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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