Doodh Murgi
Chicken Cooked in Milk/Cream
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, flour-based thickeners, or sugar are added. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bengali food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Chicken pieces cooked in a mild, creamy gravy made with full-fat milk or cream, along with ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a touch of fragrant spices like cardamom and cinnamon. A rich and comforting dish.
Key ingredients
Chicken (bone-in or boneless), full-fat milk/cream, ghee/oil, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chilies, whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves), cashew paste (optional, very minimal for keto), salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, flour-based thickeners, or sugar are added. Request use of full-fat dairy and minimal cashew paste if any.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
আলু, ময়দার ঘনকরণ বা চিনি দেবেন না। ফুল-ফ্যাট দুধ ব্যবহার করবেন, আর কাজু বাটা খুব অল্প, যদি দেন।
Please ensure no potatoes, flour thickeners, or sugar. Use full-fat dairy and minimal cashew paste, if any.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars, use of low-fat milk/cream, excessive cashew paste, potato fillers.
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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