Kuzu Tandır
Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank with Plain Yogurt
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, bulgur, or potatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A classic dish of tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shank or shoulder, slow-roasted until succulent. Traditionally served with rice, but keto modification omits this.
Key ingredients
Lamb shank/shoulder, onion, garlic, bay leaf, rosemary, olive oil, salt, pepper. Served with a side of plain yogurt.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, bulgur, or potatoes. Ask for plain yogurt (sade yoğurt) on the side.
Watch out for
Sauce thickening agents (rare in authentic Tandır), side rice, potential sugary elements in some preparations.
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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