Zog Pule i Pjekur me Limon dhe Rigon
Roasted Young Chicken with Lemon and Oregano
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A whole or half young chicken, marinated and roasted to perfection, infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon slices, aromatic oregano, garlic, and generous amounts of high-quality olive oil. The result is a wonderfully crispy skin and moist, tender meat.
Key ingredients
Young chicken (whole/half), olive oil, lemons, fresh oregano, garlic, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Explicitly request that no potatoes, rice, or other high-carb vegetables are roasted alongside or served as an accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Zogun e Pjekur me Limon dhe Rigon, ju lutem pa patate, oriz apo perime të tjera me shumë karbohidrate, as pranë, as si garniturë.
For the Zog Pule i Pjekur me Limon dhe Rigon, please no potatoes, rice, or other high-carb vegetables roasted with it or as a side.
Watch out for
Potatoes or starchy vegetables are very commonly roasted together with chicken in Albanian cuisine.
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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