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Stuffed Chicken with Walnut and Onion Paste (no rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing; confirm plum paste has no added sugar or request it be omitted. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A whole chicken, traditionally baked, stuffed with a rich mixture of ground walnuts, finely chopped onions, and fragrant herbs. The stuffing is moistened with a touch of sour plum paste, which offers a unique tang. This dish is naturally high in healthy fats from the walnuts and protein from the chicken.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, walnuts, onions, fresh herbs (dill, cilantro), sour plum paste (sugar-free), butter, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing; confirm plum paste has no added sugar or request it be omitted.
Watch out for
Hidden rice/breadcrumbs in stuffing; added sugar in sour plum paste (narsharab).
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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