Kotopoulo me Melitzanes
Chicken with Eggplant Stew (No Potatoes/Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no potatoes' (horis patates) and 'no rice' (horis rizi), as these are common additions to stews. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cypriot food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and hearty stew featuring tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with generous chunks of eggplant, onions, garlic, and diced tomatoes, seasoned with traditional Mediterranean herbs. Requires careful modification to remove common carb additions.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs or drumsticks with skin preferred), eggplant, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, olive oil, oregano, parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'no potatoes' (horis patates) and 'no rice' (horis rizi), as these are common additions to stews. Inquire about sugar content in tomato paste or canned tomatoes, requesting unsweetened if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Το Κοτόπουλο με Μελιτζάνες χωρίς πατάτες ή ρύζι. Και η σάλτσα ντομάτας να μην έχει ζάχαρη.
Kotopoulo me Melitzanes, no potatoes or rice. Please confirm the tomato sauce has no added sugar.
Watch out for
Potatoes or rice (major risks, must omit); hidden sugars in canned tomatoes or tomato paste; high-carb vegetables like carrots sometimes added to stews.
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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