Djej Bel Zitoun (Keto Modifié)
Keto Simple Pan-Cooked Chicken with Olives
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
Chicken pieces (often thighs or drumsticks) pan-cooked or gently simmered in olive oil with a generous amount of green olives, garlic, and fresh herbs. A lighter, less saucy version than a traditional tagine or a recipe with preserved lemons.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, green olives, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley/cilantro, cumin, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Ensure no added sugar in any olive brines or spice mixes. Served with a side of simple green salad or steamed non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
دجاج بالزيتون، من فضلك بدون بطاطا أو جزر. تأكد أن الزيتون والبهارات خالية من السكر المضاف. مع سلطة خضراء أو خضار مطبوخة بالبخار.
For Djej Bel Zitoun, no potatoes/carrots/starchy vegetables. Ensure no added sugar in olive brine/spices. Serve with green salad or steamed non-starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Olives can contain some carbs; check for added sugar in brines. Risk of starchy vegetables being added in a restaurant.
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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