Hamsa Batenjan
Vegetarian Eggplant Scramble/Sauté
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular vegetarian sautéed dish of pan-fried or baked eggplant cubes, cooked with onions, garlic, and fresh tomatoes. It's seasoned with local spices and often garnished with fresh herbs, serving as a flavorful side or light main.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes, olive oil/ghee, mixed spices, salt, pepper, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure eggplant is not breaded or deep-fried in high-carb oil. Confirm no sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Eggplant fried with flour coating or in high-carb oils; sugar in tomato base.
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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