Murgir Pora
Charred Spiced Chicken
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces (often bone-in) marinated in a rustic blend of Bengali spices including ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili, and garam masala, then pan-fried or grilled until beautifully charred and cooked through. It's a smoky, intensely flavorful dry preparation.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, garam masala, mustard oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
Murgir Pora-র ম্যারিনেডে চিনি দেবেন না দয়া করে।
Please ensure no sugar is added to the Murgir Pora marinade.
Watch out for
Marinade could sometimes contain sugar (rare in this specific preparation, but possible in restaurants); ensure no added potatoes or high-carb vegetables as sides.
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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