Baingan Sabzi (Dry)
Dry Eggplant Stir-fry (without potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
A simple and flavorful dry stir-fry of diced eggplant (brinjal), cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, and basic Indian spices until tender. Distinct from Baingan Bharta as it's not roasted and mashed.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, oil, onions, tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, salt, fresh coriander.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Request minimal onions/tomatoes. Ensure no sugar or jaggery is added.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
बैंगन सब्जी में, कृपया पुष्टि करें कि आलू या कोई स्टार्च वाली सब्जी नहीं है। प्याज-टमाटर कम हों, और चीनी या गुड़ बिलकुल न डालें।
For Baingan Sabzi, please confirm no potatoes or starchy vegetables. Minimal onions/tomatoes, and no added sugar or jaggery.
Watch out for
Potatoes/other starchy vegetables, excessive onions/tomatoes, hidden sugar/jaggery.
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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