Badımcan Dolması (Keto, Kıyma Dolgulu)
Keto Meat-Stuffed Eggplant
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no rice' in the stuffing. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Eggplant halves carefully scooped out and filled with a savory mixture of minced lamb or beef, onions, and fresh herbs, then gently baked or simmered in a light sauce. Traditional versions include rice in the stuffing, which must be completely omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced lamb/beef, onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs (cilantro, mint), salt, pepper, butter/oil, tomato paste (optional, small amount).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'no rice' in the stuffing. Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato paste or any accompanying sauce.
Watch out for
Rice in the stuffing, significant amount of tomato/onion in the stuffing or sauce, hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce.
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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