Shemtsvari Badrijani
Pan-Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
Simple slices of eggplant pan-fried until tender, typically seasoned with garlic, fresh herbs like cilantro, and salt. This is a lighter and simpler preparation than Badrijani Nigvzit, making it a great keto side.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, cooking oil (sunflower/canola), garlic, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glaze, breading, or flour coating is used. Request no high-carb sauces or dips.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
შემწვარი ბადრიჯანი მინდა შაქრიანი მინანქრის, პურის საფარის ან ფქვილის გარეშე. ნახშირწყლოვანი სოუსები არ მჭირდება.
For the Shemtsvari Badrijani, please no sugary glaze, breading, or flour. No high-carb sauces or dips either.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in glazes or sauces, breading/flour, or excessive portion sizes.
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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