Havi Ttu
Pickled Chicken (Cold Appetizer)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Armenian dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of chicken, typically thigh or breast, marinated and cured in a flavorful brine with vinegar, garlic, and various spices. Served chilled as a tangy and refreshing appetizer, or part of a mezze platter, offering a distinct sour and savory profile.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thigh or breast), vinegar, water, garlic, fresh dill, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto; ensure no hidden sugars in the pickling brine if store-bought, and no bread served alongside.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in some commercial pickling solutions, ensure no bread served.
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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