Madrouba Dajaj (Keto-Modified with Cauliflower)
Qatari Creamy Chicken Mash (Cauliflower Base)
Yes, with a tweak: request cauliflower mash instead of wheat or rice porridge. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Qatari dish, Madrouba features chicken slow-cooked until incredibly tender, then shredded and mashed. For the keto version, the customary wheat or rice is replaced with a rich, creamy cauliflower mash, blended with aromatic Qatari spices, butter, and sometimes a hint of rosewater.
Key ingredients
Chicken (dajaj), cauliflower, butter, Ghee (clarified butter), onions, garlic, green chilies, Qatari spice blend (baharat), black pepper, cardamom, dried lime (loomi), tomato paste (small amount), chicken broth, optional: rosewater (unsweetened).
How to make it keto
Request cauliflower mash instead of wheat or rice porridge. Ensure no added sugar if rosewater is used. Ask for minimal onion and no potato or other starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء تقديمه مع هريس القرنبيط بدلاً من البرغل أو الأرز. بدون سكر مضاف، خاصة إذا استخدم ماء الورد. بصل قليل جداً، وبدون بطاطس أو خضروات نشوية.
Please, cauliflower mash instead of wheat/rice porridge. No added sugar if rosewater is used. Minimal onion, no potato or starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice blends or rosewater. Overuse of onions or tomato paste. Starchy thickeners if not specified.
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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