שניצל עוף ללא ציפוי
Pan-Seared Chicken Cutlet (Unbreaded Schnitzel Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'ללא ציפוי' (without breading/coating). About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Israeli dishes.
What it is
A popular Israeli staple, this dish features a chicken breast pan-seared or grilled without any breading. It's seasoned simply and often served with a wedge of lemon. The key modification is explicitly requesting 'ללא ציפוי' (lelo tzipuy - without coating/breading).
Key ingredients
Chicken breast, olive oil or vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, lemon.
How to make it keto
Request 'ללא ציפוי' (without breading/coating). Ensure no sugary marinades are used. Opt for a simple green salad as a side instead of traditional fries or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Hebrew)
בבקשה שניצל עוף ללא ציפוי, וחשוב שבלי מרינדות מתוקות. אפשר לקבל סלט ירוק פשוט בצד, במקום צ'יפס או אורז?
I'd like the שניצל עוף 'ללא ציפוי'. Please ensure no sugary marinades. Serve with a simple green salad, not fries or rice.
Watch out for
Possible hidden sugar in marinades (though less common for this dish), often served with high-carb sides (fries, rice) which must be explicitly omitted.
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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