Badımcan Dolması (Rissiz)
Keto Stuffed Eggplant with Meat & Herbs (Rice-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely confirm 'rissiz' (without rice) for the stuffing. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Hollowed-out eggplants stuffed with a mixture of ground lamb or beef, onions, and fresh herbs, then simmered in a light tomato broth. Crucially, no rice is used in the stuffing.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground lamb/beef, onion, tomato paste, fresh herbs (dill, mint, parsley), salt, pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Absolutely confirm 'rissiz' (without rice) for the stuffing. Ensure the tomato sauce isn't overly sweet or thickened with starch.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Badımcan Dolması rissiz olsun, zəhmət olmasa. Pomidor sousunun şirin və ya nişasta ilə qatılaşdırılmadığını təsdiqləyin.
For Badımcan Dolması, confirm it's 'rissiz' (without rice). Please ensure the tomato sauce is not sweet or thickened with starch.
Watch out for
Rice in stuffing is the primary risk. Hidden sugar 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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