Dajaj Maslouk
Boiled Chicken with Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, pasta, or potatoes are added to the broth or served on the side. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Syrian dishes.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces, typically bone-in, gently simmered with aromatic herbs and spices (such as bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom) until fully cooked, often served simply in its own flavorful broth.
Key ingredients
Chicken (bone-in, skin-on preferred), water, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, pasta, or potatoes are added to the broth or served on the side. Request plain chicken and broth.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
Dajaj Maslouk لو سمحت، دجاج ومرقة سادة فقط. من فضلك بدون أرز، باستا أو بطاطا.
For the Dajaj Maslouk, I'd like plain chicken and broth. Please ensure no rice, pasta, or potatoes are added.
Watch out for
Can be served with rice or vermicelli in the broth; some restaurants might add small amounts of high-carb vegetables like carrots.
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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