Fisinjan (Chicken in Walnut-Pomegranate Sauce) with Keto Sides
Chicken in Walnut-Pomegranate Sauce with Keto Sides
No, skip this one: about 25g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, dark sauce made from ground walnuts and pomegranate molasses. It has a distinctive sweet and sour flavor. Traditionally served with rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, onion, spices (salt, pepper), cooking oil.
If you order it anyway
Absolutely essential to omit rice. Request additional side of fresh herbs or a simple cucumber/tomato salad. Inquire about the amount of added sugar in the pomegranate molasses or if extra sugar is used (common in restaurants).
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses often contains significant natural and added sugar. Hidden sugars in the sauce. Rice served as a side.
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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