Fisinjan (Toyuq Fisinjanı)
Chicken Fisinjan (Walnut & Pomegranate Stew - Low Pomegranate)
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal pomegranate molasses to reduce sugar content. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Azerbaijani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and complex stew featuring chicken or meat cooked in a thick sauce made primarily from ground walnuts and a touch of pomegranate concentrate. The key is to manage the pomegranate content for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, ground walnuts, onion, pomegranate molasses (minimal), butter or oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request minimal pomegranate molasses to reduce sugar content. Emphasize a higher proportion of walnuts in the sauce. Confirm no added sugar to the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Fisinjan üçün narşərabı az, qozu çox edin, zəhmət olmasa. İçinə şəkər qatılmayıb, deyilmi?
For Fisinjan, please use minimal pomegranate molasses and more walnuts. Confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
High amounts of pomegranate molasses can significantly increase carb count. Some restaurants might add sugar to balance the tartness.
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.
More on the Azerbaijani menuAll 907 Azerbaijani dishes ›
