Badrijan Misov Tapak (Eggplant and Meat Fry)
Sautéed Lamb and Eggplant with Tomatoes
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal onion and bell pepper. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust pan-fried dish featuring tender cubes of lamb or beef sautéed with chunks of eggplant, fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, and garlic, all seasoned with traditional Armenian spices and herbs.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef (cubed), eggplant, fresh tomatoes, bell peppers (red/green), onion (small amount), garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request minimal onion and bell pepper. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste or sauces. Ensure no potatoes are included in the fry.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Բադրիջան մսով տապակայի համար՝ սոխն ու պղպեղը քիչ լինեն, կարտոֆիլ չլինի։ Հաստատեք, որ լոլիկի մածուկին կամ սոուսներին շաքարավազ չի ավելացվել։
Badrijan Misov Tapak: Minimal onion and bell pepper. No potatoes. No added sugar in tomato paste or sauces, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes are sometimes added to such 'fry' dishes. Excessive use of onions and bell peppers can increase net carbs. Hidden sugars in tomato products should be monitored.
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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