Murg Musallam
Whole Roasted Spiced Chicken (without carb sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the marinade or gravy. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Indian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A majestic dish of whole chicken, marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted or slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy. The focus here is on the succulent spiced chicken, served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, ghee/oil, whole spices. (Note: Restaurant versions often use onion paste, tomato paste, and nuts in the gravy).
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the marinade or gravy. Request minimal onion/tomato paste in the gravy. Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Ask to limit nuts if used in gravy. Must be served without rice, bread, or other carb accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
मुर्ग मुसल्लम में मेरिनेशन या ग्रेवी में चीनी न हो। प्याज/टमाटर पेस्ट कम डालें। आलू या कोई और स्टार्च वाली सब्जी न हो। ग्रेवी में नट्स कम हों। चावल, ब्रेड या किसी और कार्ब के बिना परोसें।
For Murg Musallam, no sugar in marinade or gravy. Minimal onion/tomato paste. No potatoes or starchy vegetables. Limit nuts in gravy. Serve without rice, bread, or carbs.
Watch out for
Onion and tomato paste in gravy, cashews/almonds (if used), hidden sugar, flour thickeners, traditionally served with rice/bread.
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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