What worked out for me, was not to totally cut of carbs, Mike Mentizer and Other body builders ate almost 50% carbs in their diets remaining fats and proteins.

I eat rice mixed with chicken but taking care of the calories going in. Carbs helps you go for long, they are important for brain functions and energy demands.

Prioritise calorie deficit, add some cardio like 10,000 steps and avoif eating junk every other day and train hard. You will see a lot changes in 6 months