Qalayet Dajaj bil Futer
Sautéed Chicken with Mushrooms
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Syrian dishes.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces (often breast or thighs) sautéed with fresh mushrooms in olive oil and garlic, seasoned with traditional Syrian seven-spice blend. A rustic and hearty dish, typically served as a mezze or main without rice.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast or thighs, button mushrooms, olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, seven-spice, optional fresh parsley for garnish.
Optional tweaks
None needed, naturally keto. Ensure no sugar is added to the seasoning or sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
قلاية دجاج بالفطر، من فضلك تأكد أنه لا يوجد سكر مضاف في البهارات أو الصلصات.
For Qalayet Dajaj bil Futer, please ensure no sugar is added to the seasoning or sauces.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in pre-made spice mixes or sauces, excessive use of starchy mushrooms (unlikely to be high carb in typical portion), cross-contamination with bread if served as part of a mezze platter.
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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