Bathenjan bil Qawareh
Eggplant with Rendered Lamb Fat
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful dish featuring pan-fried or baked eggplant slices generously sautéed with qawareh (small pieces of rendered lamb fat), seasoned with salt and pepper. The qawareh provides a rich, savory depth to the tender eggplant.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, qawareh (rendered lamb fat), olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto; ensure no added sugars or starchy vegetables. Request without any bread or rice usually served on the side.
Watch out for
Often served with bread. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to caramelize eggplant, so confirm.
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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