Katmis Mokharshuli Tkmalit
Boiled Chicken with Sugar-Free Plum Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the Tkhemali sauce is made without any added sugar. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Georgian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Boiled chicken served with a distinctively tart and savory Georgian plum sauce (Tkhemali). This version is prepared without added sugar, offering a unique balance of flavors to complement the tender chicken.
Key ingredients
Chicken, water/broth, sour plums, fresh garlic, fresh cilantro, dill, salt, ground coriander, blue fenugreek.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the Tkhemali sauce is made without any added sugar. Confirm no starch or flour is used as a thickening agent in the sauce. Inquire about the plum variety used, as some are sweeter than others.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
გთხოვთ, ტყემალი იყოს უშაქრო და უფქვილო/უსახამებლო. რა ჯიშის ქლიავით მზადდება?
Please ensure the Tkhemali sauce has no added sugar or starch. What kind of plum is used for the sauce?
Watch out for
Very high risk of added sugar in commercially prepared or restaurant-made Tkhemali sauce. Natural carbs from plums can also accumulate; confirm a tart, low-sugar plum variety is used.
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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