Djej M'Qalli (Keto-Modified)
Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon & Olives (No Carby Sides)
No, skip this one: about 22g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A quintessential Moroccan dish featuring tender chicken slow-cooked with briny preserved lemons, green olives, saffron, ginger, and turmeric. The sauce is rich and tangy, infused with deep flavors, served without high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs or drumsticks), olive oil, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, saffron, preserved lemons, green olives, cilantro, parsley.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, request *no potatoes or candied vegetables* (e.g., carrots cooked with sugar) if they are typically added. Ensure *no added sugar* in the sauce. Explicitly refuse couscous, rice, or bread.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden sugars in the sauce. Carrots are sometimes included and can be cooked with sugar; explicitly request their omission. Couscous or bread are common accompaniments and must be avoided.
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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