Keto M'batten Koussa/Batendjal
Keto Battered & Stuffed Zucchini/Eggplant
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the batter is made with low-carb flour (e.g., almond flour) or just egg. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Slices of zucchini or eggplant generously stuffed with a savory spiced ground meat mixture, lightly coated in a low-carb batter (almond flour/egg) and pan-fried, then gently simmered in a light tomato-based sauce.
Key ingredients
Zucchini or eggplant, ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, spices (cumin, paprika), egg, almond flour (for batter), olive oil, crushed tomatoes (minimal for sauce), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the batter is made with low-carb flour (e.g., almond flour) or just egg. Confirm no rice or breadcrumbs in the stuffing mixture. Ensure minimal tomato quantity in the sauce and no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مبطّن كيتو، لو سمحت تأكد إن الخليط للكفر من طحين قليل الكربوهيدرات أو بيض فقط. والحشوة ما فيها رز أو بقسماط. وقلّلوا الطماطم بالصلصة وتأكدوا ما فيها سكر مضاف.
For Keto M'batten, please confirm batter is low-carb flour or egg only. No rice or breadcrumbs in stuffing. Minimal tomato, no added sugar in sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional flour-based batter, rice or breadcrumbs in stuffing, high sugar content in tomato sauce, high-carb side dishes.
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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