Badimjan Ovmasi
Smoked Eggplant Dip with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread (lavash) for serving. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
A flavorful dip made from fire-roasted eggplants, peeled and mashed, then mixed with garlic, fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro), and often a touch of olive oil. Served as a side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, garlic, fresh parsley, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Request no bread (lavash) for serving. Confirm no added sugar. Enjoy as a side with grilled meats.
Watch out for
Always served with bread. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar for flavor balance, but generally simple.
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.