Kuryatina Tabaka
Pan-Fried Flattened Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: request no accompanying starchy sides (e.g., potatoes, rice, bread). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Russian dishes.
What it is
A whole small chicken, butterflied and flattened, pan-fried under a press until incredibly crispy and golden, seasoned liberally with garlic and spices. A Georgian-influenced Russian favorite.
Key ingredients
Small whole chicken, garlic, salt, black pepper, butter and/or cooking oil (vegetable oil) for pan-frying.
How to make it keto
Request no accompanying starchy sides (e.g., potatoes, rice, bread). Ensure generous use of butter/oil for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Цыпленок табака: пожалуйста, без крахмалистых гарниров – без картошки, риса, хлеба. Убедитесь, что приготовлено на достаточном количестве масла/сливочного масла.
Kuryatina Tabaka, please no starchy sides like potatoes, rice, or bread. Ensure it's cooked with generous butter or oil.
Watch out for
Served with high-carb sides. Some marinades might contain trace sugars, but traditionally this is very savory.
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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