Haneeth Dajaj
Slow-Cooked Spiced Chicken (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
Succulent chicken slow-cooked with aromatic spices until incredibly tender. Typically served with rice, but easily made keto by omitting the rice and focusing on the flavorful chicken.
Key ingredients
Chicken, traditional Saudi spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander, black pepper), bay leaves, cardamom, onions, garlic, olive oil or ghee.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice. Ensure no high-carb vegetables are added if a side dish is included (e.g., potatoes).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حنيذ دجاج من فضلك، بدون أرز. وتأكدوا أنه لا توجد خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات كالبطاطا إذا كان هناك طبق جانبي.
For the Haneeth Dajaj, please ensure no rice and no high-carb vegetables like potatoes if any side dish is served.
Watch out for
Often served with rice. Some restaurant spice blends may contain hidden sugars or flour thickeners. Ensure only keto-friendly vegetables if a side is included.
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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