Murgh Roast
Spiced Whole Roast Chicken (Plain)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Pakistani dishes.
What it is
A whole chicken seasoned with a simple yet effective blend of dry Pakistani spices like salt, red chili powder, turmeric, and cumin, then oven-roasted or grilled to perfection, yielding a crispy skin and juicy interior without heavy sauces or glazes.
Key ingredients
Whole chicken, cooking oil/ghee, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, ginger-garlic paste (optional).
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure no sugary marinades, glazes, or thickeners are used. Ask for a plain dry spice rub, focusing on salt and savory spices.
Watch out for
Many restaurant roasts or tandoori chickens use marinades containing sugar, yogurt, or food colorings with trace carbs. Confirm no sweet marinades are used.
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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