Urfa Kebap
Mild Grilled Ground Lamb Kebab
Yes, with a tweak: clearly request 'pilavsız, ekmeksiz' (without rice, without bread/lavash). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Similar to Adana Kebap, Urfa Kebap is a grilled ground lamb kebab but without the heat, using more mild spices. It offers a rich, savory flavor from the lamb.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, salt, black pepper, onion (minimal), paprika.
How to make it keto
Clearly request 'pilavsız, ekmeksiz' (without rice, without bread/lavash). Ask for extra salad instead of carb sides. Confirm no added flour or breadcrumbs in the kebab mixture (usually not present in authentic Urfa).
Watch out for
Always served with lavash bread, rice, or bulgur pilaf. Some restaurants might add a small amount of breadcrumbs or flour to the meat mixture (rare but possible). Hidden sugar in tomato-based sauces/pastes served on the side.
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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