Edam Dajaj (Chicken and Mixed Vegetable Stew)
Chicken and Mixed Vegetable Stew (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Saudi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A wholesome and flavorful chicken stew, slow-cooked in a spiced tomato-based sauce with an assortment of low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers. Served without rice or bread.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes/tomato paste, olive oil, spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander).
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Ensure no sugar in the tomato base. Explicitly request no rice or bread on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لإدام دجاج، من فضلك بدون بطاطس، جزر أو خضروات نشوية. تأكد لي أن قاعدة الطماطم خالية من السكر. وقدمه بدون أرز أو خبز.
For Edam Dajaj, no potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables, please. Confirm no sugar in the tomato base. Serve without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Risk of potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Hidden sugars in tomato products. Traditionally served with rice, so ensure strict omission.
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.
More on the Saudi menuAll 156 Saudi dishes ›
