Мусака (Moussaka)
Moussaka
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, asking for eggplant or zucchini layers instead. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Macedonian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting baked casserole made with layers of seasoned ground meat (typically pork and beef), often with eggplant or zucchini slices, topped with a rich, creamy sauce.
Key ingredients
Ground beef and/or pork, eggplant or zucchini, onion, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), eggs, heavy cream, sirene (white brine cheese) or kashkaval cheese, olive oil or butter, paprika, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes, asking for eggplant or zucchini layers instead. Confirm the béchamel sauce is made with heavy cream and cheese, with no flour. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato paste or sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Macedonian)
За Мусаката, без компири. Ве молам со патлиџан или тиквичка. И дали бешамелот е без брашно, со павлака и сирење, и без шеќер во доматниот сос?
For the Мусака, please no potatoes. Use eggplant or zucchini layers. Confirm béchamel is flour-free, with heavy cream and cheese, and no added sugar in the tomato.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes contain potatoes. Béchamel sauce often uses flour as a thickener. Tomato paste or sauce may contain hidden sugars. Large quantities of onion can also add 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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