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πŸ› Keto Chicken Saag (5g Net Carbs)

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Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, iron-packed spinach curry with aromatic Indian spices. A nourishing low-carb version of this classic dish.

πŸ“Š Per serving (Serves 4):
Calories: 385
Fat: 28g
Protein: 32g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fibre: 3g

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 55 mins

πŸ›’ Ingredients:
Chicken:
β€’ 800g chicken thighs, boneless
β€’ 2 tbsp ghee
β€’ 1 tsp turmeric
β€’ 1 tsp salt
β€’ 1/2 tsp black pepper

Spinach Base:
β€’ 500g fresh spinach (or 250g frozen)
β€’ 1 bunch fresh cilantro
β€’ 2-3 green chilies
β€’ 1 tbsp ginger, grated
β€’ 4 garlic cloves

Curry Base:
β€’ 3 tbsp ghee
β€’ 1 large onion, finely diced
β€’ 2 tomatoes, chopped
β€’ 1 red bell pepper, diced
β€’ 4 garlic cloves, minced
β€’ 2 tbsp ginger, grated

Spice Blend:
β€’ 2 tsp garam masala
β€’ 2 tsp ground coriander
β€’ 1 tsp ground cumin
β€’ 1 tsp red chili powder
β€’ 1/2 tsp fenugreek leaves
β€’ 1/2 tsp turmeric
β€’ Salt to taste

Finishing:
β€’ 120ml heavy cream
β€’ 2 tbsp butter
β€’ 1 tsp garam masala
β€’ Fresh cilantro
β€’ Red chili slices

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Instructions:
Prep:
1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces
2. Wash and drain spinach
3. Blend spinach with cilantro
4. Chop all vegetables
5. Mix spice blend

Cooking Chicken:
1. Heat ghee in large pan
2. Add chicken pieces
3. Season with turmeric, salt, pepper
4. Cook until browned
5. Remove and set aside

Preparing Spinach:
1. Blend spinach, cilantro, chilies
2. Add ginger and garlic
3. Blend to smooth paste
4. Set aside
5. Don't over-blend

Curry Base:
1. In same pan, add ghee
2. SautΓ© onions until golden
3. Add garlic and ginger
4. Cook until fragrant
5. Add tomatoes and bell pepper

Building Flavors:
1. Add spice blend
2. Cook until oil separates
3. Add spinach paste
4. Simmer 5-7 minutes
5. Add chicken back

Final Touches:
1. Add heavy cream
2. Add butter
3. Simmer 5 minutes
4. Check seasoning
5. Finish with garam masala

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