Banjan Bartha ba Qima
Roasted Eggplant Mash with Minced Meat (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Afghan dishes.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful dish made from fire-roasted eggplant, mashed and mixed with seasoned minced lamb or beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of tomato and green chilies. Served without bread.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced lamb/beef, onions, garlic, tomatoes, green chilies (optional), coriander, cumin, turmeric, salt, black pepper, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no hidden sugar or starchy vegetables. Always served without bread for keto diet.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in restaurant preparations. Tomatoes contribute a small amount of carbs.
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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