Kalo Jeere Murgi
Chicken with Nigella Seeds
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
A light, flavorful chicken curry characterized by the prominent use of nigella seeds (kalonji) as the main spice. It typically has a thin gravy with minimal onions and no potatoes.
Key ingredients
Chicken, nigella seeds, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, mustard oil, turmeric, salt, coriander leaves.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, high-carb vegetables, or sugar are added. Gravy should be thin, not thickened with flour/starches.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
কালো জিরে মুরগিতে আলু, অন্য শর্করাযুক্ত সবজি বা চিনি দেবেন না। ঝোল যেন পাতলা থাকে, ময়দা দিয়ে ঘন করবেন না।
For Kalo Jeere Murgi, please no potatoes, high-carb vegetables, or sugar. The gravy should be thin, not thickened with flour.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in restaurant gravies, excessive onion paste.
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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