Jaj Mashwi
Simple Grilled Chicken (Whole/Half)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the marinade contains no sugar or honey. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A classic grilled whole or half chicken, marinated simply with lemon, garlic, olive oil, and Middle Eastern spices, then cooked to perfection on a grill.
Key ingredients
Whole or half chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, traditional spices (e.g., sumac, paprika).
How to make it keto
Confirm the marinade contains no sugar or honey. Request without any carb-heavy sides like rice, fries, or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
دجاج مشوي، لو سمحت تأكد أن التتبيلة ما فيها سكر أو عسل. وبدون رز، بطاطا مقلية، أو خبز.
For Jaj Mashwi, please confirm no sugar or honey in the marinade. Serve without rice, fries, or bread.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, often served with fries or rice (must omit).
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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