Chicken Kali Mirch (Gravy)
Black Pepper Chicken Gravy
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no cashew paste (high carb) is used as a thickener; use cream or yogurt for richness instead. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and creamy chicken dish where chicken pieces are cooked in a savory gravy dominated by the pungent flavor of freshly ground black pepper, often finished with cream or yogurt.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, black pepper (freshly ground), onion, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, yogurt/cream, cashew paste (optional), butter/oil, garam masala, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no cashew paste (high carb) is used as a thickener; use cream or yogurt for richness instead. Request minimal onion paste and absolutely no sugar. Avoid any flour-based thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
चिकन काली मिर्च (ग्रेवी) में काजू पेस्ट या कोई आटा गाढ़ा करने के लिए न डालें; गाढ़ेपन के लिए क्रीम या दही इस्तेमाल करें। प्याज का पेस्ट कम और चीनी बिल्कुल न हो।
For Chicken Kali Mirch (Gravy), no cashew paste or flour as a thickener; use cream or yogurt for richness. Minimal onion paste and no sugar.
Watch out for
Cashew paste (common thickener), excessive onion paste, hidden sugars, flour-based thickeners.
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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