Djaj M'qalli
Moroccan Braised Chicken with Olives & Preserved Lemon (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request *no potatoes* or other starchy root vegetables that are often cooked in the tagine sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A deeply flavorful and savory Moroccan classic featuring chicken braised until tender in a rich sauce with preserved lemons, green olives, saffron, and aromatic spices like ginger and garlic. Prepared keto by omitting starchy root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/legs), preserved lemons, green olives, onion, garlic, ginger, saffron, turmeric, cumin, olive oil, chicken broth, cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *no potatoes* or other starchy root vegetables that are often cooked in the tagine sauce. Confirm no added sugar. Decline any bread or couscous.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
دجاج مقلي، من فضلكم بدون بطاطس أو أي خضروات جذرية نشوية مطبوخة في الصلصة. تأكدوا من عدم إضافة السكر. ولا أريد خبز أو كسكس.
For Djaj M'qalli, please no potatoes or other starchy root vegetables cooked in the sauce. Confirm no added sugar. No bread or couscous, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes are very common in this dish. Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends or sauces. Served with high-carb sides.
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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