Şiş Tavuk
Chicken Shish Kebab Plate (no rice/bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice (pilav) and no bread (ekmek/lavash). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of marinated chicken breast or thigh, skewered with bell peppers and onions, then grilled to perfection. Typically served with grilled vegetables and salad. Rice or bread must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, yogurt, olive oil, tomato paste (minimal), garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, bell peppers, onions, grilled tomatoes, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice (pilav) and no bread (ekmek/lavash). Ask for extra grilled vegetables or a plain green salad instead.
Watch out for
Marinade might contain a small amount of sugar (rare for traditional Turkish), tomato paste contains some carbs, high-carb traditional sides (rice, bulgur, bread) must be avoided.
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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