Ordak ba Bademjan (Keto Braised Duck with Eggplant)
Braised Duck with Eggplant (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice is served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Iranian dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of duck meat, slowly braised in a rich and savory sauce, often with tender chunks of eggplant. The sauce is typically built on a base of onions, turmeric, and potentially a keto-friendly souring agent like verjuice, without any added sugar.
Key ingredients
Duck pieces, eggplant, onions, garlic, turmeric, tomato paste (unsweetened), verjuice (optional), cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice is served. Confirm that the braising liquid or any tomato paste used does not contain added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای اردک با بادمجان، لطفاً بدون برنج. تأیید کنید در آب پخت یا رب گوجه فرنگی، شکر اضافه نشده است.
For Ordak ba Bademjan, no rice, please. Confirm no added sugar in the braising liquid or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Sugar in braising liquid (especially if using sweetened tomato paste or fruit purées), rice side. Eggplant contains moderate carbs, accounted for in macros.
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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