Makdous
Oil-Cured Stuffed Eggplant
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Small, oil-cured eggplants traditionally stuffed with a rich mixture of walnuts, garlic, red pepper paste, and spices, then preserved in olive oil. A flavorful appetizer.
Key ingredients
Baby eggplant, walnuts, garlic, red pepper paste, olive oil, salt, optional chili flakes.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Confirm with the restaurant that the red pepper paste contains no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بخصوص المكدوس، هل معجون الفلفل الأحمر خالٍ من السكر المضاف؟
For Makdous, can you confirm the red pepper paste has no added sugar?
Watch out for
Some commercial red pepper pastes may contain added sugar. Small amounts of carbs from walnuts and eggplant.
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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