באבא גנוש
Baba Ghanoush (Smoked Eggplant Dip)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A smoky and creamy dip made from roasted and mashed eggplant, blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, a popular meze in Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, fresh parsley (garnish).
Optional tweaks
Request no added sugar. Be mindful of portion size if pairing with any non-keto items.
Say this to the waiter (Hebrew)
לבאבא גנוש, בבקשה ודאו שאין תוספת סוכר.
For the "באבא גנוש", please ensure no added sugar.
Watch out for
Often served with pita bread. Small amounts of hidden sugar may be present in some commercial preparations or restaurant recipes.
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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