Tarkari-e Baigan
Eggplant and Tomato Stew (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or bread. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Afghan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and comforting stew made with tender eggplant and ripe tomatoes, simmered with onions, garlic, and traditional Afghan spices. It can be prepared with or without meat. For keto, it is served without rice.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tomatoes (canned or fresh), onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin, olive oil or ghee, salt, black pepper. (Optional: lamb or beef pieces).
How to make it keto
Request no rice or bread. Confirm no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables. Ask to minimize tomato paste if possible due to potential added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Dari)
ترکاری بادمجان را بدون برنج یا نان میخواهم. تأیید کنید که کچالو یا دیگر سبزیجات پرکاربوهیدرات ندارد. اگر ممکن است، رُب کمتری استفاده کنید.
For Tarkari-e Baigan, no rice or bread, please. Confirm no potatoes or high-carb vegetables. Can you minimize tomato paste?
Watch out for
Often served with rice. Tomatoes and onions contribute to carb count. Possible hidden sugars in restaurant preparations or tomato paste.
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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