Porsiyon Döner (Ekmeksiz)
Doner Kebab Plate (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for 'porsiyon döner, ekmeksiz' (plate portion, without bread) and 'pilavsız, patatessiz' (without rice, without fries). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Thin slices of vertically rotisserie-roasted lamb and/or beef, served as a generous plate portion. It is crucial to request this without the typical bread (pita or lavash), rice, or fries. It often comes with a small side of sliced tomato and pickled cucumber/cabbage.
Key ingredients
Lamb and/or beef, spices (cumin, paprika), salt, onion, fresh tomato slices, pickled vegetables (cucumber, cabbage).
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for 'porsiyon döner, ekmeksiz' (plate portion, without bread) and 'pilavsız, patatessiz' (without rice, without fries). Avoid 'İskender Kebab' which has a bread base and yogurt/sauce.
Watch out for
Some commercial döner meats can contain binders like flour or breadcrumbs; potential for sugary sauces if offered; pickled vegetables may have added sugar.
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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