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Eggplant Rolls with Ricotta and Prosciutto
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or flour are used in the filling or as a coating on the eggplant before cooking. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thin slices of grilled or baked eggplant rolled around a savory filling, typically a mix of ricotta cheese, Parmesan, herbs, and often prosciutto or other cured meats, baked in a light tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, prosciutto (optional), basil, parsley, olive oil, tomato passata (sugar-free), garlic, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or flour are used in the filling or as a coating on the eggplant before cooking. Ensure the tomato sauce has no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Niente pangrattato o farina nel ripieno o come panatura, per favor. E assicuratevi che la salsa di pomodoro non contenga zucchero.
No breadcrumbs or flour in the filling or coating, please. And ensure the tomato sauce has no added sugar.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in the filling; sugary tomato sauce; eggplant might be lightly floured before frying if not specified.
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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