Baba Ghanoush
Roasted Eggplant Dip
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no pita bread for dipping. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A smoky and creamy dip made from roasted eggplant, blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, sometimes fresh parsley for garnish.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no pita bread for dipping. Request cucumber slices, celery sticks, or bell pepper strips if available, or simply eat with a spoon. Confirm no sugar is added to the dip (some restaurants may add a pinch for balance).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بابا غنوج، من فضلك بدون خبز. ممكن خيار مقطع أو فلفل رومي للغمس؟ وهل هو بدون سكر مضاف؟
For the Baba Ghanoush, no pita bread, please. Can I have cucumber slices or bell pepper strips for dipping? And please confirm there's no added sugar in the dip.
Watch out for
Primarily served with high-carb pita bread (must be avoided). Tahini paste, while generally low-carb, can contribute if used in very large quantities or if sweetened. Lemon juice also adds some carbs.
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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