Pui la Ceaun
Pan-fried Chicken (with Garlic Sauce)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Crispy pan-fried or deep-fried chicken pieces, often served with a garlicky sauce made from the pan drippings or a separate garlic oil sauce.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (often drumsticks and thighs), cooking oil (sunflower/lard), garlic, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour dredging. Request simple, unseasoned green salad (no sugary dressing) or sour cabbage salad as a side, avoiding potatoes or mamaliga.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
La Pui la Ceaun, vă rog fără făină. Garnitură, o salată verde simplă cu ulei și oțet sau salată de varză murată, fără cartofi sau mămăligă.
For Pui la Ceaun, please no flour dredging. As a side, a simple green salad with oil/vinegar or sour cabbage, no potatoes or mamaliga.
Watch out for
Potential flour for dredging (uncommon for 'la ceaun' but possible), starchy side dishes (omitted), sugary dressings on salads.
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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