Pulë e Pjekur me Limon
Roasted Whole Chicken with Lemon (Keto, No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, or other high-carb root vegetables are roasted with the chicken or served as sides. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A whole chicken, seasoned simply yet effectively with salt, black pepper, garlic, fresh lemon, and a medley of dried herbs, then roasted until its skin is wonderfully crisp and the meat is succulent. This is a staple in Albanian cuisine, offering a robust protein source that is naturally keto-friendly when served without any starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, lemon, olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, garlic cloves.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, rice, or other high-carb root vegetables are roasted with the chicken or served as sides. Confirm no sugary glazes or marinades are used.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Ju lutem, pa patate, oriz apo perime me karbohidrate me Pulë e Pjekur me Limon. Konfirmoni pa salca apo marinada me sheqer.
Please, no potatoes, rice, or high-carb root vegetables with the Pulë e Pjekur me Limon. Confirm no sugary glazes or marinades.
Watch out for
Potatoes or other root vegetables roasted with the chicken, sugary glazes or marinades, bread or rice served as sides.
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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