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Chicken and Olive Stew (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour, potato, or other starch-based thickeners are used in the stew. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory and aromatic stew featuring tender chicken pieces, green or black olives, and often onions, garlic, and bell peppers, simmered in a light, spiced broth.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on preferred for fat), green olives, black olives, onion, garlic, olive oil, chicken broth, bell peppers (optional), lemon juice, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour, potato, or other starch-based thickeners are used in the stew. Serve strictly without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكدوا أن اليخنة لا تحتوي على دقيق أو بطاطا أو أي مكثفات نشوية. وقدموه تماماً بدون أرز أو خبز.
Please ensure no flour, potato, or starch-based thickeners are used in the stew. Serve strictly without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Restaurant sauces might contain thickeners (flour/starch) or hidden sugars. Bell peppers and onions contribute natural carbs; verify portion sizes.
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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