Djej Msahhan (Keto-Style)
Roasted Chicken with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent roasted chicken pieces, marinated with traditional Libyan spices like turmeric, paprika, and garlic, baked until golden and tender. Modified to omit potatoes and served with a generous portion of sautéed low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, and spinach.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks), olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, turmeric, paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, bell peppers, zucchini, spinach, onion (small amount), fresh cilantro.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are served. Request the dish be prepared with keto-friendly vegetables only, like zucchini, eggplant, or green beans instead of common high-carb options like potatoes or carrots. Confirm no sugar is added to the marinade or sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لدجاج مسخن، الرجاء بدون بطاطا. استخدموا خضروات قليلة الكربوهيدرات فقط مثل الكوسا أو الباذنجان أو الفاصوليا الخضراء. وتأكدوا من عدم إضافة سكر للتتبيلة أو الصلصة.
For Djej Msahhan, no potatoes. Use only keto vegetables: zucchini, eggplant, green beans. Confirm no added sugar in marinade or sauce.
Watch out for
Potential use of higher-carb vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots) if not specified. Hidden sugars in marinades or seasoning blends. Onions and tomatoes in the sauce contribute some carbs.
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.
More on the Libyan menuAll 203 Libyan dishes ›
