Melitzanes Imam Baildi
Braised Eggplant with Tomato and Herbs (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the tomato/onion mixture. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Greek food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Whole eggplants slowly baked and braised until incredibly tender, stuffed or topped with a rich, savory filling of sautéed onions, garlic, and ripe tomatoes, infused with Mediterranean herbs. Modified to be sugar-free and without rice.
Key ingredients
Eggplants, olive oil, onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes), parsley, mint, salt, pepper. (Optional: bell peppers).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no sugar is added to the tomato/onion mixture. Ensure no rice is included in the stuffing. Monitor portion size, as onions contribute carbs. Request a simple preparation focusing on the eggplant, olive oil, and tomato.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τις Μελιτζάνες Ιμάμ Μπαϊλντί, παρακαλώ επιβεβαιώστε ότι δεν έχει ζάχαρη η σάλτσα/γέμιση και όχι ρύζι. Θα ήθελα απλή παρασκευή, μελιτζάνα, λάδι, ντομάτα.
For Melitzanes Imam Baildi, confirm no sugar in the tomato/onion mixture, and no rice in the stuffing. Simple preparation with eggplant, olive oil, and tomato, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce. Rice as a filler. High quantity of onions. Often served with bread.
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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