Pastelón de Berenjena
Dominican Eggplant & Ground Beef Casserole
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that no sugar is added to the tomato sauce used in the picadillo. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory, layered casserole featuring pan-fried or baked eggplant slices, a rich and seasoned ground beef filling (picadillo), and often topped with melted cheese, similar to a low-carb lasagna or moussaka.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground beef, tomato paste/sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cheese (mozzarella, cheddar), olive oil, spices (oregano, cumin, paprika), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm that no sugar is added to the tomato sauce used in the picadillo. Ensure the eggplant slices are pan-fried or baked, not breaded, before layering.
Watch out for
Sugar in tomato sauce or paste. Some recipes might use flour as a thickener in the ground beef filling. Ensure eggplant is not breaded.
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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