Kal Kabob (Keto-Style Dip)
Roasted Eggplant and Walnut Dip (minimal pomegranate)
No, skip this one: about 20g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A unique Gilaki roasted eggplant dip, distinct from Mirza Ghasemi by its inclusion of walnuts, fresh mint, garlic, and sometimes a hint of golpar (Persian hogweed). The keto version uses minimal pomegranate for tartness.
Key ingredients
Roasted eggplant, walnuts, fresh garlic, fresh mint, verbena powder (golpar), olive oil, salt, black pepper, *minimal* unsweetened pomegranate molasses (optional).
If you order it anyway
Request minimal or no pomegranate molasses. Ensure no bread or flour is used as a thickener. Serve with keto-friendly vegetables instead of bread.
If you order it anyway, say this (Persian)
برای کال کباب، لطفاً رب انار کم یا اصلا نباشد. از نان یا آرد به عنوان غلظتدهنده استفاده نشود. با سبزیجات کتو به جای نان سرو شود.
For Kal Kabob, minimal or no pomegranate molasses, please. No bread or flour as a thickener. Serve with keto vegetables instead of bread.
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses (high sugar), walnuts (moderate carbs in large quantities), serving 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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