Chicken Hariyali Tikka
Green Herb Grilled Chicken Tikka (no carb sides)
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
Boneless chicken pieces marinated in a vibrant green paste of fresh mint, coriander, green chilies, yogurt, and aromatic spices, then grilled in a tandoor oven. Naturally low in carbs and high in protein.
Key ingredients
Chicken, yogurt, mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, garam masala, lemon juice, salt, cooking oil/ghee for basting.
Optional tweaks
Request no sugar in marinade. Ensure it's grilled or baked, not fried. Avoid any creamy sauces unless specified keto-friendly. Explicitly ask for no naan, rice, or potato.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
चिकन हरियाली टिक्का: मैरिनेशन में चीनी नहीं. ग्रिल्ड या बेक्ड हो, फ्राई नहीं. कोई क्रीमी सॉस नहीं. नान, चावल या आलू नहीं चाहिए.
Chicken Hariyali Tikka: No sugar in marinade. Grilled/baked, not fried. No creamy sauces. No naan, rice, or potato, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in marinade, sauces, cross-contamination with flour if fried.
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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