Chicken Sajji
Whole Roasted Chicken (Spit-Grilled)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Pakistani dishes.
What it is
A whole chicken marinated simply with salt and sometimes minimal spices (like cumin, chili flakes, vinegar) and slow-roasted on a spit or over charcoal until incredibly tender and juicy, with crispy skin. Served dry without gravy, bread, or rice.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, salt, black pepper, lemon juice/vinegar (optional), cumin powder (optional), red chili powder (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary marinades or sauces are used.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some commercial marinades; potential for heavy-handed use of carby spices (rare in authentic Sajji).
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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