Piletina na Luku
Chicken with Caramelized Onions
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added for caramelization (onions will naturally caramelize). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bosnian/Herzegovinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful dish featuring bone-in chicken pieces slowly braised with a substantial amount of finely sliced onions until they are deeply caramelized and tender, creating a rich and naturally sweet sauce. Served without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), large onions, olive oil, paprika, garlic, bay leaf, water or chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce and no sugar is added for caramelization (onions will naturally caramelize). Request without rice or potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Bosnian)
Molim vas, bez brašna i dodanog šećera u sosu. Poslužite bez riže i krompira.
Please ensure no flour or added sugar in the sauce. Serve without rice or potatoes.
Watch out for
Flour as a thickener, added sugar to enhance onion caramelization, served with high-carb sides (rice, potatoes, bread).
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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