Jaj bil Laban (بدون أرز)
Chicken in Yogurt Sauce (without rice)
No, skip this one: about 17g 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
Tender pieces of chicken cooked in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce, often flavored with garlic, mint, and spices. A comforting and flavorful stew, usually served hot.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, full-fat plain yogurt, garlic, dried mint, olive oil, chicken broth, cornstarch (potentially), salt, white pepper.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, ensure no rice is served. Confirm the yogurt sauce is not thickened with flour or excessive cornstarch. Request full-fat plain yogurt with no added sugar.
Watch out for
Yogurt contains natural lactose carbs; ensure it's plain, full-fat. Restaurants may use cornstarch or flour as thickeners, or add a pinch of sugar to balance the yogurt's tartness.
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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