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Chicken or Lamb Shish Kebab Plate (No Rice or Lavash)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or lavash bread. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Marinated cubes of chicken or lamb, skewered with bell peppers and onions, then grilled until tender and slightly charred. This dish is usually accompanied by rice, lavash bread, and a side salad. For a keto option, strictly omit the rice and lavash, focusing on the grilled meat and a simple salad or grilled vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh or lamb cubes, yogurt (for marinade, minimal), olive oil, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, simple side salad.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or lavash bread. Verify the marinade does not contain significant added sugar. Confirm salad dressing is keto-friendly (oil/vinegar based).
Watch out for
High-carb sides (rice, lavash) if not omitted. Hidden sugar in marinades (some use a touch of tomato paste which has natural sugars but should be minimal) or salad dressings. Onion/pepper on skewers contribute minimal carbs.
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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