Pastırmalı Sucuklu Yumurta
Eggs with Cured Beef and Spicy Sausage (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely request no bread, simit, or any other carb-heavy side dishes. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A robust and savory Turkish breakfast staple combining two highly flavorful cured meats: thinly sliced pastırma (cured beef) and spicy sucuk sausage, pan-fried with fresh eggs. A wonderfully rich and filling keto option.
Key ingredients
Eggs, sucuk (spicy beef sausage), pastırma (cured beef), butter or olive oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely request no bread, simit, or any other carb-heavy side dishes. Ensure no sugar is added during cooking (e.g., in tomato paste if used in a variant).
Watch out for
Some sucuk or pastırma brands might contain minor hidden sugars; confirm with the restaurant if possible. The main risk is traditionally served carb sides.
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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