Berenjena Guisada (Estofado de Berenjena) sin Arroz
Stewed Eggplant without Rice
Yes, with a tweak: request *no rice*. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Eggplant cubes simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs until tender. A flavorful vegetarian option, served without rice for a low-carb meal.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, olive oil, sofrito (onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro, tomatoes), tomato paste, oregano, bouillon.
How to make it keto
Request *no rice*. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce to balance acidity (a common restaurant practice).
Watch out for
Tomatoes and tomato paste contribute carbs. Onions/peppers from sofrito. Risk of added sugar in the stew. Eggplant itself contains some carbohydrates.
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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