Mfarraket Bathenjan ma' Lahmeh
Sautéed Eggplant with Ground Meat
Yes, with a tweak: naturally keto-friendly. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and robust dish similar to 'Mfarraket Kousa', but made with tender eggplant pieces sautéed with spiced ground lamb or beef, onions, and garlic in ample olive oil.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb or beef, eggplant, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, traditional spices (e.g., allspice, cinnamon), fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no added sugars in spices or sauces. Request generous olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مفركة باذنجان، تأكدوا من عدم وجود سكر مضاف في البهارات أو الصلصات. لو سمحت زيت زيتون كثير.
Mfarraket Bathenjan, please ensure no added sugar in spices or sauces. Can I have generous olive oil?
Watch out for
Minimal. Eggplant is low-carb. Ensure no hidden starch fillers in ground meat or pre-made spice blends.
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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