Dajaj bil Toum wal Hamod
Chicken with Garlic and Lemon Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Pan-fried or baked chicken pieces bathed in a vibrant, tangy sauce made from fresh garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, often with a touch of chicken broth and fresh coriander. It's a popular and refreshing preparation of chicken in Syrian cuisine.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs, breast), olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, fresh coriander, chicken broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. Verify broth is sugar-free. Ask for extra sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لو سمحت، تأكدوا أن الصوص بدون طحين أو نشا للتكثيف والمرقة خالية من السكر. ممكن صوص زيادة؟
Please ensure the sauce is thickened without flour or cornstarch, and the broth is sugar-free. Can I have extra sauce?
Watch out for
Thickening agents (flour, cornstarch), sugar in broth or sauce, inclusion of high-carb garnishes.
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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