Muhammara
Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip (No Breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs are used. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Armenian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and vibrant dip made from roasted red bell peppers, ground walnuts, garlic, and olive oil, seasoned with spices. This keto version omits traditional breadcrumbs and minimizes any high-sugar ingredients.
Key ingredients
Roasted red bell peppers, walnuts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, red pepper paste (minimal/sugar-free), salt, black pepper, optional: a tiny dash of pomegranate molasses (or omit).
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure no breadcrumbs are used. Confirm minimal to no pomegranate molasses (which is high sugar); chefs can usually reduce or omit. Request to thicken with extra walnuts or healthy fats if needed. Serve with keto-friendly vegetables (cucumber, bell pepper strips) instead of pita.
Say this to the waiter (Armenian)
Մուհամարան խնդրում եմ պատրաստել առանց սուխարիի։ Նռան օշարակը քիչ կամ բացակայող լինի։ Եթե հարկ լինի, խտացրեք ավել ընկույզով։ Մատուցել վարունգի կամ պղպեղի հետ՝ փիթայի փոխարեն։
For Muhammara, no breadcrumbs, please. Minimal or no pomegranate molasses. Thicken with extra walnuts if needed. Serve with cucumber or bell pepper instead of pita.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs (traditional ingredient), high amounts of pomegranate molasses, hidden sugars in pre-made pepper paste, served with high-carb pita bread.
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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