Sucuk Izgara
Grilled Turkish Garlic Sausage
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Spicy, fermented Turkish beef sausage (sucuk), typically sliced and grilled until slightly crispy. A highly flavorful and naturally very high-fat, high-protein item, often served as a mezze or a hearty breakfast component.
Key ingredients
Beef sucuk sausage (contains garlic, paprika, cumin, sumac, salt, black pepper), olive oil (for grilling).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread (ekmek) is served alongside the sucuk; ask for it plain or with a simple side salad.
Watch out for
Some sucuk brands can contain a small amount of fillers (starch/flour) or sugar for fermentation, though generally negligible. Ensure no high-carb sides are served.
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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