Tajine M'Chermel (Chicken in Lemon Olive Sauce, Keto)
Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Algerian dish featuring chicken pieces simmered in a fragrant white sauce with preserved lemons, green olives, garlic, and traditional spices like turmeric and ginger. This keto version omits starchy additions.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs or drumsticks), preserved lemons, green olives, onion, garlic, olive oil, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, saffron (optional), cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added. Served without bread or couscous.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين مشرمل من فضلك، بدون بطاطس أو خضروات نشوية، وتأكد أن الصلصة بدون طحين أو سكر مضاف. قدمها لي بدون خبز أو كسكس.
For the Tajine M'Chermel, please ensure no potatoes or starchy vegetables, no flour in the sauce, and no added sugar. Serve without bread or couscous.
Watch out for
Potatoes, flour in sauce, hidden sugar, default bread/couscous.
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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