Msakhan
Msakhan Chicken (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no bread' or 'no taboon bread'. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lebanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent roasted chicken pieces generously seasoned with sumac, slow-cooked onions, and olive oil. Traditionally served on taboon bread, but presented without the bread for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/breasts, red onions, sumac, olive oil, pine nuts (optional, check quantity), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request 'no bread' or 'no taboon bread'. Confirm no sugar is used to caramelize onions.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مسخن بدون خبز طابون من فضلك. وتأكد لي أن البصل ما فيه سكر مكرمل.
For the Msakhan, no taboon bread, please. And confirm no sugar is used for the caramelized onions.
Watch out for
Caramelized onions can be high in natural sugars, potential use of flour or thickeners in some preparations, hidden sugars.
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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