Шашлик
Grilled Pork/Chicken Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Cubed pieces of marinated pork or chicken, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. The marinade is typically savory and vinegar-based, not sweet.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder or chicken thigh, onion, vinegar, spices (salt, pepper, paprika), bay leaf, vegetable oil.
Optional tweaks
Confirm the marinade is sugar-free. Request no bread or high-carb sides (e.g., fries, rice); ask for a side salad with oil and vinegar or stewed cabbage instead.
Watch out for
Sugar in marinade (less common for traditional shashlik, but possible in some restaurants), high-carb side dishes.
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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