Experience the rich flavors of India without the carbs in this keto-friendly butter chicken recipe. This creamy, aromatic dish transforms the beloved Indian classic by maintaining all its signature spice complexity while keeping it low-carb. The velvety sauce envelops tender chicken pieces in a symphony of authentic Indian spices, creating a restaurant-quality meal that fits perfectly into a ketogenic lifestyle.
History of Ghee
Ghee has a rich and ancient history spanning thousands of years, particularly in the Indian subcontinent.
The origins of ghee date back to at least 1500 BCE in ancient India, where it was mentioned in the Vedic texts. The process of making ghee was developed as a practical method to preserve butter in the warm climate of South Asia, where regular butter would quickly spoil without refrigeration.
In ancient Indian culture, ghee was not just a cooking ingredient but held sacred significance. It was (and still is) used in Hindu religious ceremonies, Ayurvedic medicine, and as an offering in fire rituals called “yajnas” or “homas.” The Sanskrit texts elevated ghee to a divine status, considering it “food of the gods” and a substance that could carry prayers to deities through fire.
Throughout Indian history, ghee became a symbol of purity, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Traditional Ayurvedic medicine considers ghee a “rasayana” or rejuvenative substance that enhances “ojas” (vital energy) and improves digestion, metabolism, and overall health.
The use of ghee spread beyond India to other parts of Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa through trade routes and cultural exchanges. In Middle Eastern cuisine, a similar product called “samneh” evolved. In Ethiopia, they have “niter kibbeh,” a spiced clarified butter with similarities to ghee.
Authentic Indian Keto Butter Chicken – Bold Flavors, Zero Guilt!
Description
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless chicken (cubed)
2 tbsp butter or ghee
1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
1 cup tomato purée
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
½ tsp chili powder
Instructions:
Heat butter in a pan, add chicken, and cook until browned.
Stir in spices and tomato purée, simmer for 10 minutes.
Add heavy cream and cook for another 5 minutes.
Serve with cauliflower rice.
Nutritional Values (per serving, makes 4 servings)
Calories: 425
Fat: 32g
Protein: 31g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Net Carbs: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
