Kaliya Baytinijan Bil Laham
Sautéed Eggplant with Lamb/Beef
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or chickpeas are added. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Iraqi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A delicious and substantial dish made from cubed eggplant pan-fried until golden, then sautéed with tender pieces of lamb or beef, onions, and sometimes bell peppers or a light touch of tomato. Seasoned with Iraqi spices, allowing the rich flavors of the eggplant and meat to shine through.
Key ingredients
Eggplant (cubed), lamb or beef (cubed or ground), onions, bell peppers (optional), cooking oil (for frying eggplant and sautéing), tomato paste (optional, small amount), garlic, black pepper, salt, Iraqi mixed spices.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or chickpeas are added. Request a very light hand with tomato paste, or exclude it. Confirm eggplant is fried in a keto-friendly oil.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
قلية باذنجان باللحم، لو سمحت بدون بطاطا أو حمص. خفف معجون البندورة كثير أو ألغيه. وتأكد الباذنجان مقلي بزيت كيتو.
For the Kaliya Baytinijan Bil Laham, please ensure no potatoes or chickpeas. Very light tomato paste or none. Confirm eggplant is fried in keto-friendly oil.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste, excessive use of higher-carb vegetables like carrots (unlikely), bread served on the side (ask to omit).
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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