Mechouia d'Aubergines
Grilled Eggplant Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Algerian dishes.
What it is
A smoky and flavorful appetizer made from grilled and peeled eggplants, mashed and seasoned with generous amounts of garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cumin, and a hint of fresh chili or paprika. Served chilled as a dip or side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro/parsley.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar. Ensure minimal onion or other higher-carb vegetables often found in general mechouia.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
المشوية باذنجان من فضلك، تأكدوا أنها بدون سكر مضاف، وبأقل كمية بصل أو خضروات أخرى.
For the Mechouia d'Aubergines, please ensure no added sugar and minimal onion or other high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a touch of sugar for balance; potential for small amounts of higher-carb vegetables (e.g., roasted tomatoes, onions) if not specified as pure eggplant mechouia.
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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