Dajaj Mathloutha (Keto Style)
Spiced Layered Chicken and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no bread, flatbread (like markook), or rice, which are traditional components. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Saudi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A deconstructed, keto-adapted version of the traditional Mathloutha, focusing on its flavorful core. This dish features tender, spiced chicken pieces cooked in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce, layered with slow-cooked non-starchy vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, offering a hearty and complex flavor without the bread or rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, fresh diced tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, black pepper, turmeric, fenugreek, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no bread, flatbread (like markook), or rice, which are traditional components. Confirm all vegetables are keto-friendly. Request no added sugar to the sauce.
Watch out for
Tomatoes, onions, bell peppers (carbs can accumulate in large portions), potential hidden sugars in restaurant sauces.
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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