Poul ak Djondjon (San Diri)
Chicken with Black Haitian Mushrooms (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Haitian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A distinct Haitian stew featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, dark sauce infused with 'djondjon' (Haitian black mushrooms) and aromatic epis. This version omits the traditional rice accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, djondjon (Haitian black mushrooms), epis (garlic, onion, bell pepper, thyme, parsley, scotch bonnet), tomato paste (small amount), cooking oil, chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice. Confirm no flour or cornstarch used as thickeners for the sauce. Verify no added sugar in tomato paste or seasoning.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Poul ak Djondjon an, tanpri pa mete diri, pa gen farin oswa lanmidon kòm epesè, epi pa gen sik ajoute nan sòs la oswa sézonman an.
For the Poul ak Djondjon, please no rice, no flour or cornstarch thickeners, and no added sugar in the sauce or seasoning.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice. Sauce may be thickened with flour or have hidden sugars from tomato paste or seasoning blends.
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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