Kuzu Şiş (Lamb Shish Kebab)
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice, bread, and bulgur. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Succulent pieces of marinated lamb grilled on skewers. Traditionally served with rice and bread, which must be explicitly omitted for keto. Request it served with a side of simple salad (lettuce, cucumber, tomato) and a generous amount of olive oil.
Key ingredients
Lamb cubes, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), spices (oregano, cumin, paprika), salt, pepper, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Omit rice, bread, and bulgur. Request a plain green salad with olive oil and vinegar instead of typical carby sides. Confirm no added sugar in marinade or any accompanying sauces.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades or small amounts of tomato paste. High-carb sides (rice, bread) if not explicitly 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.
More on the Turkish menuAll 773 Turkish dishes ›
