Keto Tajeen al-Dajaj bil Zeitoun wal Khodar
Chicken Tagine with Olives and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: specify NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO chickpeas, and NO rice. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chicken pieces (typically thighs or drumsticks) slow-cooked in a traditional tagine pot with green olives, preserved lemons (or fresh lemon), onions, garlic, and a medley of keto-friendly vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and cauliflower, seasoned with aromatic spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, green olives, preserved lemon/lemon juice, onions, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, cauliflower, olive oil, spices (e.g., turmeric, ginger, cumin, paprika, black pepper, saffron).
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO chickpeas, and NO rice. Emphasize a focus on green olives and low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Onions, small amount from bell peppers/zucchini/cauliflower, preserved lemons, potential hidden sugars in some pre-made spice blends (less common in authentic preparation).
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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