Badımcan Dolması (Düyüsüz)
Stuffed Eggplant (Keto, Rice-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice is used in the filling. About 12g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender eggplants stuffed with a savory mixture of ground lamb or beef, onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, baked or simmered. This keto-friendly version is prepared without the traditional rice in the filling.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground lamb/beef, onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs (dill, mint, cilantro), olive oil, salt, black pepper. Often served with a dollop of plain yogurt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice is used in the filling. Request no bread or other high-carb sides. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste if used.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Badımcan Dolmasının içliyinə düyü qoymayın. Yanında çörək və ya digər karbohidratlı əlavə istəmirəm. Tomatda əlavə şəkər varmı?
For Badımcan Dolması, no rice in the filling. No bread or high-carb sides. Please confirm no added sugar in tomato paste.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce, large quantities of onions/tomatoes can increase carb count. Traditionally served with rice.
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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