Khoresh Fesenjan
Pomegranate and Walnut Stew with Chicken
No, skip this one: about 20g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A rich, savory and slightly sweet stew made with chicken (or duck/meatballs), ground walnuts, and pomegranate molasses, served hot. Its distinctive flavor comes from the combination of tart pomegranate and earthy walnuts.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), ground walnuts, onions, pomegranate molasses, saffron, turmeric, water/broth.
If you order it anyway
Request "no rice." Explicitly ask the chef to minimize or omit sugar often added to balance the tartness of pomegranate molasses, or to use a very small amount of pomegranate molasses. Confirm no wheat thickeners.
If you order it anyway, say this (Persian)
خورش فسنجان بدون پلو لطفا. شکر آن خیلی کم یا اصلا نباشد، و برای غلیظ کردن از گندم استفاده نشود.
For Khoresh Fesenjan, no rice please. Please minimize or omit added sugar, and no wheat thickeners.
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses is extremely high in sugar/carbs. Restaurants often add extra sugar to achieve a balanced flavor. Onions contribute some carbs.
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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