Djej Bel Felfel
Chicken and Bell Pepper Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: request lean chicken if desired, or allow natural fat from thighs. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Tunisian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple and delicious pan-fried or lightly stewed dish featuring succulent chicken pieces (often thighs) cooked with an abundance of colorful bell peppers, onions, garlic, and a mild blend of Tunisian spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs or breast), olive oil, mixed bell peppers (red, green, yellow), onions, garlic, small amount of fresh tomato, paprika, cumin, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request lean chicken if desired, or allow natural fat from thighs. Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Minimize the amount of tomato if strictly tracking carbs.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون بطاطس أو خضروات نشوية. وقلل كمية الطماطم.
No potatoes or starchy vegetables, please. Please minimize the tomato amount.
Watch out for
High quantities of onions or tomatoes. Served with carb-heavy sides like rice or bread (ensure omission). Hidden sugars in any pre-made sauces.
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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