Djej Mqualli (Keto Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemon)
Braised Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemon (No Carbs)
Yes, with a tweak: request no couscous, bread, or high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas, chickpeas). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Moroccan dish featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, savory sauce with briny green olives, tangy preserved lemons, and fragrant spices. Modified to omit high-carb additions and served without bread or couscous.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/legs), preserved lemons, green olives, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, saffron, olive oil, chicken broth, cilantro, parsley, bell peppers, zucchini.
How to make it keto
Request no couscous, bread, or high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas, chickpeas). Confirm no added sugar in the sauce. Ask for extra low-carb vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini if available.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the sauce; high-carb vegetables like potatoes, carrots, peas, chickpeas; traditionally served with couscous or 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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