Lahori Chargha
Whole Roasted Spiced Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar or corn flour is used in the marinade or for crisping. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Pakistani dishes.
What it is
A whole chicken marinated in a blend of Lahori spices, yogurt, and citrus, then roasted or steamed and fried until crispy and tender.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, spices (red chili, turmeric, coriander, cumin, garam masala, chaat masala), oil/ghee.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no sugar or corn flour is used in the marinade or for crisping. Request no sweet glaze. Served plain without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Sweet glazes, corn flour coating, sugar in marinades.
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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