Imeruli Tsitsila Niorit
Imeretian Roasted Chicken with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb additions like potatoes, rice, or starchy thickeners in any accompanying sauce or as sides. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
A whole roasted or pan-seared chicken prepared in the Imeretian style, featuring a rich, aromatic garlic-herb paste (often with cilantro, parsley, and blue fenugreek) rubbed generously onto the chicken, creating a flavorful crust and moist meat.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, garlic, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, blue fenugreek powder (utskho suneli), butter/oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb additions like potatoes, rice, or starchy thickeners in any accompanying sauce or as sides.
Watch out for
Potatoes/rice served as sides, sugary marinades.
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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