Poulet aux Olives (Keto)
Braised Chicken with Olives and Lemon (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Algerian dishes.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces slowly braised to perfection with briny green olives, aromatic preserved lemon, garlic, and a delicate blend of Algerian spices, creating a rich and savory stew-like dish. Prepared without high-carb starches.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on), green olives (pitted), preserved lemon (rind only), minced garlic, olive oil, chicken broth, saffron threads, ground ginger, turmeric, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. Request extra olive oil for a richer fat profile.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لدجاج بالزيتون، من فضلك بدون بطاطس أو جزر أو خضروات نشوية. لا تستخدم الطحين أو نشا الذرة لتكثيف الصلصة. أريد زيت زيتون إضافي.
For Poulet aux Olives, no potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables. No flour or cornstarch in the sauce. Extra olive oil, please.
Watch out for
Traditional 'Tajine Zitoun' often includes potatoes and carrots. Hidden sugars in broths or preserved lemons. Ensure no flour thickeners.
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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