Piliç Topkapı (Keto-style)
Stuffed Chicken Thigh (Cauliflower Rice & Herbs)
Yes, with a tweak: request cauliflower rice as the stuffing base instead of traditional rice. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refined dish featuring deboned chicken thighs generously stuffed with a flavorful and aromatic mixture of finely diced low-carb vegetables (such as bell peppers and moderate onions), fresh herbs, and cauliflower rice. The stuffed chicken is then roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is juicy.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs (boneless, skin-on), ground lamb/beef (optional), cauliflower rice, bell peppers, moderate onions, garlic, parsley, dill, unsweetened tomato paste, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request cauliflower rice as the stuffing base instead of traditional rice. Confirm no sugary glazes or sauces are used for roasting.
Watch out for
Traditional Piliç Topkapı uses rice in the stuffing; explicit substitution with cauliflower rice is essential. Watch for sugary sauces or glazes. Excessive onions.
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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