Kokoras Krasatos
Rooster in Wine Sauce with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit pasta or rice. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional slow-cooked dish featuring tender rooster (or chicken) braised in a rich, deeply flavored red wine and tomato sauce, often with pearl onions. Typically served with pasta, which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Rooster (or chicken), olive oil, red wine, canned tomatoes, onions (pearl or regular, small amount), garlic, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request to omit pasta or rice. Ask for a side of horta or grilled vegetables. Be mindful of pearl onions, as they are higher in carbs. If possible, ask for minimal onions or finely diced regular onions.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Ο Κοκκόρας Κρασάτος χωρίς μακαρόνια/ρύζι. Μπορώ να έχω χόρτα ή ψητά λαχανικά; Επίσης, με ελάχιστα κοκκάρια ή κανονικά ψιλοκομμένα κρεμμύδια.
For the Kokoras Krasatos, no pasta or rice please. Can I have horta or grilled vegetables? Please use minimal pearl onions, or regular diced onions.
Watch out for
Pasta or rice. Pearl onions are higher in carbs than regular onions. Hidden sugars in tomato sauce.
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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