Dajaj bil Zaytoun wa Hamad Mrakad (Keto-Friendly)
Keto Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemon
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Moroccan chicken dish featuring tender pieces of chicken braised in a rich sauce with green olives, potent preserved lemons, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and saffron. Modified to exclude starchy vegetables like potatoes and served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), olive oil, onions, garlic, preserved lemon, green olives, ginger, turmeric, saffron, black pepper, cilantro, parsley, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Confirm no bread or couscous on the side.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugar in some preserved lemons. Accidental inclusion of potatoes or high-carb vegetables. Served with bread.
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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