Morgh-e Tanoori
Roasted Chicken with Saffron and Yogurt (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the yogurt is plain and unsweetened. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chicken (whole or portioned) marinated in a rich mixture of yogurt, saffron, lemon juice, and aromatic spices, then slow-roasted to perfection, resulting in juicy meat and crispy skin.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken (or portions), plain full-fat yogurt, saffron, lemon juice, onions, olive oil/butter, turmeric, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm the yogurt is plain and unsweetened. Ensure no sugary glazes or sauces are used. Request no rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای مرغ تنوری، لطفاً تأیید کنید ماست ساده است. هیچ لعاب یا سس شیرینی استفاده نکنید. بدون برنج و نان.
For the Morgh-e Tanoori, confirm yogurt is plain. No sugary glazes or sauces. No rice or bread.
Watch out for
Yogurt contains lactose (dairy carbs). Some restaurants might use sweetened yogurt or sugary glazes. Often served with rice or 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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