Tawa Chicken
Pan-Fried Chicken (Dry/Semi-Dry)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar/sweetener, no thickeners (flour/cornstarch), ensure minimal tomato (or use tomato paste sparingly), served without rice or bread. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chicken pieces cooked on a griddle (tawa) with spices, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers, resulting in a dry or semi-dry preparation. It's rich in flavor from the direct heat and spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric, garam masala, cooking oil/ghee, fresh coriander.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar/sweetener, no thickeners (flour/cornstarch), ensure minimal tomato (or use tomato paste sparingly), served without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
Tawa Chicken में चीनी, कोई गाढ़ा करने वाला पदार्थ और टमाटर कम डालिए। साथ में चावल या रोटी मत दीजिएगा।
For the Tawa Chicken, please use no sugar or thickeners, and minimal tomato. No rice or bread on the side, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in masala, excessive use of onions/tomatoes, thickening agents (flour/cornstarch), served with high-carb sides.
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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