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Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Herbs (Keto Side)
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Slices of eggplant pan-fried until tender and golden brown, then often dressed with garlic, herbs, and sometimes a hint of sour cream or yogurt (ensure full fat, plain). A simple yet delicious keto-friendly side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, cooking oil (vegetable oil or sunflower oil), garlic, fresh herbs (dill, cilantro), salt, pepper, optional full-fat sour cream or plain yogurt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading on the eggplant. If served with yogurt/sour cream, confirm it's plain, unsweetened, and full-fat.
Watch out for
Breading on eggplant, sweetened yogurt/sour cream, tomatoes (if served as part of a mixed vegetable dish).
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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