Ma’loubeh Dajaj bil Zahra (Keto-Modified)
Keto Upside-Down Chicken & Cauliflower Bake
Yes, with a tweak: ensure cauliflower completely replaces rice. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-friendly version of the classic upside-down dish. Layers of spiced chicken, tender eggplant, and florets of cauliflower are baked together with aromatic spices until golden, then inverted onto a platter. The cauliflower replaces the traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/legs), cauliflower florets, eggplant, olive oil, onions, garlic, tomato paste (unsweetened), mixed spices (e.g., cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, allspice), salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure cauliflower completely replaces rice. Confirm no added sugars in tomato paste. Request extra olive oil for roasting vegetables.
Watch out for
The traditional dish is very high in carbs due to rice. Hidden sugars in tomato paste.
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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