Kuzu Kuzu Beytide

Kuzu Kuzu Beytide is a deliciously seasoned keto-friendly Turkish BBQ dish featuring tender lamb wrapped in aromatic herbs and spices, grilled to perfection. Served with a refreshing yogurt sauce, this dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will transport you to the streets of Turkey.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Greek yogurt - 150 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. 1. Cut the lamb shoulder into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
2. 2. Add olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, chopped parsley, and chopped mint to the lamb. Mix well to coat the meat evenly and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
3. 3. While the lamb is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and water in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
4. 4. Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
5. 5. Thread the marinated lamb pieces onto skewers.
6. 6. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. 7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. 8. Serve the grilled lamb skewers with the yogurt sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and lamb, which are beneficial for heart health.

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