Djej M'qalli (Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives)
Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Green Olives, and Braised Onions
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas). About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Classic Moroccan chicken dish featuring succulent chicken pieces braised in a rich sauce with preserved lemons, green olives, caramelized onions, saffron, and ginger. Served without traditional starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/legs), olive oil, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, saffron, preserved lemons, green olives, cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Request no starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas). Confirm no sugar added to the sauce or for caramelizing onions. Served without bread.
Watch out for
Onions are a significant carb source in this dish due to quantity and caramelization. Preserved lemons add minimal carbs, but the cooking liquid from onions could be an issue. Potential hidden sugar in the sauce.
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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