Patëllxhanë të Mbushur me Djathë
Stuffed Eggplant with Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Albanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Halved eggplants are hollowed out, seasoned, and then filled with a rich, savory mixture of Albanian white cheese, eggs, and fresh herbs, often baked until golden and bubbling.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, Albanian white cheese (feta-like), eggs, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh dill, salt, black pepper, a touch of heavy cream.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice, breadcrumbs, or other grains are used in the cheese filling. Request a generous amount of cheese and olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Patëllxhanë të Mbushur me Djathë, sigurohuni pa oriz, bukë të grirë apo drithëra në mbushje. Ju lutem me shumë djathë dhe vaj ulliri.
For the Patëllxhanë të Mbushur me Djathë, ensure no rice, breadcrumbs, or grains in the filling. Please use generous cheese and olive oil.
Watch out for
Eggplant carbs, potential for hidden fillers if not specified.
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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