Chicken Makhani (No Added Sugar)
Butter Chicken Curry (No Added Sugar)
Yes, with a tweak: request absolutely no added sugar. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Pakistani food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Creamy and rich chicken curry featuring tender chicken pieces in a luscious tomato-based sauce, generously enriched with butter and cream, and seasoned with a delicate blend of spices and fenugreek leaves.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (often marinated in yogurt), butter, heavy cream, tomato puree, ginger-garlic paste, cashews (optional/minimal), fenugreek leaves, garam masala, red chili powder, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request absolutely no added sugar. Ask for extra cream and butter to boost fat and balance the tomato. Be aware of cashew paste for thickening, ask for minimal/none.
Watch out for
Heavy use of added sugar is common. High quantity of tomato puree/paste. Cashew paste for thickening adds carbs.
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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