Chicken Korma
Traditional Chicken Korma (No Sugar, No Thickener)
No, skip this one: about 18g 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 classic, rich and aromatic chicken curry with a thick, velvety sauce made from yogurt, ground nuts (typically almonds or cashews), and traditional spices. This version is distinct from 'white' kormas or 'handi' preparations.
Key ingredients
Chicken, yogurt, almonds/cashews, onions, ginger-garlic paste, ghee/oil, cream, whole spices (cardamom, cloves, cinnamon), ground spices (coriander, cumin, red chili, turmeric), saffron (optional), salt.
If you order it anyway
Absolutely no sugar. Request minimal fried onions if used as garnish or base. No potatoes. Ensure no flour or cornstarch for thickening. Request no tomato purée if not typical for their korma style.
Watch out for
Onions, cashews/almonds (can be high carb in large quantities), hidden sugars, potential flour thickeners, dairy carbs from yogurt/cream.
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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