Navigating a low-FODMAP diet while exploring street food markets

I've been diagnosed with IBS and follow a low-FODMAP diet, but I'm booked for a street food tour in Istanbul next month. I'm worried about triggering symptoms with dishes like kebabs and baklava that might have hidden ingredients. Can anyone share experiences or strategies for identifying safe options from vendors? Maybe there are specific questions to ask or common pitfalls to avoid in Turkish cuisine.

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nathancampbell5d ago

Walking through Istanbul's spice markets on a low-FODMAP diet sounds like a culinary version of Russian roulette. You'll probably end up playing guess-the-ingredient with every skewer, and let's be real, baklava is just a honey-coated trap for your intestines.

lauraj236d ago

Honestly, @miles_lane51's advice sounds ideal in theory, but I doubt most vendors will cater to specific diets like low-FODMAP. Turkish kebabs often use onion and garlic in marinades, so you might just have to risk a plain grilled meat option without sauces. Baklava is packed with honey and pistachios, which are high FODMAP, so maybe skip it entirely. Is stressing over every ingredient really worth dampening the joy of exploring Istanbul's markets?

miles_lane516d ago

Have you thought about focusing on vendors who cook everything to order right in front of you? I mean, that way you can actually see if they add any suspect sauces or marinades.