Kotopoulo me Bamies (Keto-Style)
Chicken and Okra Stew (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or rice to be added to the stew or served on the side. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and authentic Greek 'magirefta' (cooked dish) featuring tender pieces of chicken (often thigh or drumstick) braised with fresh okra in a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with onions, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs. Modified for keto by ensuring no carb fillers.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), fresh okra, crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, parsley, dill, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or rice to be added to the stew or served on the side. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Κοτόπουλο με Μπάμιες, παρακαλώ χωρίς πατάτες ή ρύζι. Να επιβεβαιώσετε ότι η σάλτσα ντομάτας δεν έχει ζάχαρη.
For the Kotopoulo me Bamies, please no potatoes or rice in the stew or on the side. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in pre-made tomato sauces. Potatoes or rice often served with the dish in traditional settings. Okra itself has moderate carbs, so portion control for strict keto.
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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