Baytinijan Mashwi bil Thoom Wal Laymoon (باذنجان مشوي بالثوم والليمون)
Grilled Eggplant with Garlic and Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
Slices of eggplant grilled until tender and smoky, then simply dressed with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and a touch of salt and pepper. A naturally low-carb and flavorful side dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, fresh parsley (garnish), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Served as a standalone side dish.
Watch out for
Eggplant can contribute to net carbs in very large portions.
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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