Şiş Kebap (Kuzu / Tavuk / Dana)
Lamb / Chicken / Beef Shish Kebab (No Rice/Bulgur/Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice (pilav), bulgur, or bread (ekmek/pide). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent cubes of marinated lamb, chicken, or beef, threaded onto skewers with occasional pieces of bell pepper and onion, then grilled over an open flame. Typically served with grilled tomatoes and peppers.
Key ingredients
Lamb, chicken, or beef cubes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, oregano, sometimes bell peppers and onions (for grilling), lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no rice (pilav), bulgur, or bread (ekmek/pide). Ask for extra grilled vegetables (sebze) or a side salad (çoban salata) with olive oil and lemon dressing instead.
Watch out for
Marinades can sometimes contain a small amount of sugar, especially for chicken. The main risk comes from traditional sides like rice, bulgur, or bread, which must be 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.
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