Dajaj bil Toum wal Hamod
Garlic Lemon Chicken (Baked or Pan-Fried)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces (often bone-in, skin-on) marinated and cooked in a pungent, zesty sauce of fresh garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, seasoned with salt and black pepper. A classic, simple, and naturally keto Jordanian dish.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breast), fresh garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, oregano (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the sauce (rare in this dish, but always good to confirm in a restaurant setting). Served as is, without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in marinades (unlikely for this specific dish but good to confirm).
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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