Shorwa-e Murgh
Clear Chicken Broth Soup
Yes, with a tweak: request no noodles, rice, potatoes, or any high-carb vegetables often added to soups. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Afghan dishes.
What it is
A comforting and nourishing clear soup, made from slow-simmered chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. This hearty broth is rich in flavor and can be enjoyed as a light starter or a soothing meal.
Key ingredients
Chicken (bone-in pieces), Onions, Garlic, Ginger, Water, Salt, Black pepper, Turmeric (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no noodles, rice, potatoes, or any high-carb vegetables often added to soups. Confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
لطفاً شوروا مرغ را بدون رشته، برنج، کچالو، سبزیجات نشایسته دار و شکر آماده کنید.
For Shorwa-e Murgh, strictly no noodles, rice, potatoes, high-carb vegetables, or added sugar.
Watch out for
Noodles, rice, potatoes, or other starchy vegetables if added, hidden sugars.
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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