Keto Fattet Lahmeh (Bathenjan Base)
Keto Lamb Fatteh (Eggplant Base)
No, skip this one: about 28g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A keto interpretation of the classic lamb fatteh, featuring tender ground lamb layered over a base of pan-fried or baked eggplant (replacing bread), topped with a garlicky yogurt-tahini sauce and often a garnish of toasted pine nuts.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, eggplant, full-fat yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, traditional spices, pine nuts (garnish), fresh parsley.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, request eggplant as the base instead of bread. Ensure yogurt is full-fat and plain (unsweetened). Request minimal pine nuts for lower carbs. Confirm no sugar in the tahini or yogurt sauce.
If you order it anyway, say this (Arabic)
فتة لحمة كيتو، من فضلك استخدموا الباذنجان كقاعدة بدل الخبز. لبن كامل الدسم وسادة. وصنوبر قليل. وتأكدوا ما فيه سكر بالصلصات.
For Keto Fattet Lahmeh, use eggplant as the base, not bread. Full-fat, unsweetened yogurt. Minimal pine nuts. No sugar in sauces.
Watch out for
The primary risk is the traditional bread base; ensure it's replaced with eggplant. Yogurt and tahini contribute to carbs, so portion control is important. Pine nuts, while low in moderation, can add up.
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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