Shorshe Begun
Mustard Eggplant Stir-fry
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bengali dishes.
What it is
Sliced eggplant (brinjal) cooked in a pungent mustard paste with green chilies and mustard oil. This dish highlights the natural flavors of eggplant complemented by the sharp mustard, typically served as a side and naturally keto.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, mustard paste, green chilies, mustard oil, kalonji (nigella seeds), turmeric powder, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed, naturally keto. Ensure no additional starchy vegetables or sugar are added. Request minimal onion if traditionally included.
Say this to the waiter (Bengali)
সর্ষে বেগুনের জন্য, দয়া করে কোনো শ্বেতসারযুক্ত সবজি বা চিনি দেবেন না। পেঁয়াজ কম দেবেন।
For Shorshe Begun, please no additional starchy vegetables or sugar. Use minimal onion.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar (restaurants sometimes add a pinch to balance mustard bitterness), excessive onion (though traditional shorshe begun doesn't use much).
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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