Bademjan Ghalbi
Fried Eggplant with Tomato Sauce (Side Dish)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar to the tomato sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Afghan dishes.
What it is
Slices of eggplant lightly fried until tender, then simmered in a simple yet savory tomato-based sauce, often garnished with fresh herbs. A delicious and satisfying vegetable side.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, cooking oil (for frying eggplant and making sauce), green chilies, cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar to the tomato sauce. Request no rice or naan if intended as a main dish accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
بادنجان قالبی را بدون بوره در ساس بادنجان میخواهم. لطفاً بدون برنج یا نان سرو کنید.
For Bademjan Ghalbi, confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. No rice or naan, please.
Watch out for
Higher onion and tomato content, potential for hidden sugars in the tomato sauce, often served with high-carb rice.
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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