Saramură de Pui
Grilled Chicken with Brine Sauce (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Romanian dishes.
What it is
Tender grilled chicken, typically thighs or breast, served with a savory brine sauce made from water, salt, garlic, and hot peppers. A naturally low-carb and flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/breast, garlic, hot peppers, salt, water, cooking oil, various herbs (e.g., thyme, bay leaf).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades are used. Request without any high-carb side dishes.
Say this to the waiter (Romanian)
Vă rog să vă asigurați că nu se folosesc marinate dulci. Aș dori fără garnituri bogate în carbohidrați.
Please ensure no sugary marinades are used. I'd like it without any high-carb side dishes.
Watch out for
Potential sugary marinades (unlikely for saramura), carby side dishes 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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