Kuku wa Maziwa
Chicken in Cream Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure heavy cream or full-fat milk/coconut milk is used (avoid low-fat versions which may contain thickeners or sugar). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Kenyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and often milder preparation of chicken where pieces are cooked in a rich, creamy sauce made with full-fat milk or heavy cream, onions, ginger, garlic, and a blend of gentle spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, heavy cream (or full-fat milk), onions, garlic, ginger, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil), salt, black pepper, turmeric, cumin (optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure heavy cream or full-fat milk/coconut milk is used (avoid low-fat versions which may contain thickeners or sugar). Request no potatoes or carrots. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce.
Watch out for
Low-fat dairy products (often contain added sugar/thickeners), added potatoes/carrots, hidden sugar in sauce, use of flour as a thickener.
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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