Jala-e Baidjan
Fried Eggplant Slices
Yes, with a tweak: request without rice or naan. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Simple, thinly sliced eggplant pieces, lightly seasoned and fried until golden brown and tender. A delicious and naturally low-carb vegetable side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, ghee), salt, pepper, turmeric (optional).
How to make it keto
Request without rice or naan. Confirm no flour or batter is used for frying. Ensure it's not served with any sugary sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
جلای بادنجان را بدون برنج و نان بیاورید. مطمئن شوید برای سرخ کردن آن آرد یا خمیر استفاده نشده و ساس شیرین هم ندارد.
Please serve Jala-e Baidjan without rice or naan. Confirm no flour or batter for frying and no sugary sauce.
Watch out for
Always served with rice or naan. Eggplant absorbs a lot of oil, increasing fat. Some restaurants might dust with flour or use a sugary glaze.
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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