Bedenjan K'emem
Spiced Eggplant Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple yet flavorful Eritrean dish of tender eggplant sautéed with onions, garlic, ginger, and a delicate blend of mild spices. A small amount of tomato might be included for color and depth. This 'k'emem' style preparation highlights the natural sweetness of eggplant with aromatic notes. Served without injera.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes (minimal), mild berbere or other spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander), vegetable oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Ensure minimal use of onions and tomatoes. Confirm no added sugars in any spice mixes.
Watch out for
Eggplant (can be moderate if large portion), onions, tomatoes, potential hidden sugar in berbere.
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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