Pollo en Pepitoria (Keto Modificado)
Keto Chicken in Almond and Saffron Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no flour or breadcrumbs for thickening. About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Spanish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often thighs and drumsticks) slow-cooked in a luxurious, golden sauce made with ground blanched almonds, fragrant saffron, garlic, onion, and chicken broth, traditionally thickened with hard-boiled egg yolks. This version omits flour.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs/drumsticks), olive oil, onion, garlic, chicken broth, blanched almonds (ground), saffron, hard-boiled egg yolks, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no flour or breadcrumbs for thickening. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or sauce. The use of ground almonds contributes to the texture and flavor, but should be accounted for in carb count.
Watch out for
Flour-based thickening, excessive onion/garlic, hidden sugars in commercially prepared broth, significant amounts of almonds can add carbs.
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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