Zaalouk (Keto Modified)
Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Dip (with Raw Veggies)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the Zaalouk. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Moroccan cooked salad or dip, Zaalouk is made from smoky roasted or stewed eggplant, ripe tomatoes, abundant garlic, and a generous amount of olive oil, seasoned with paprika, cumin, cilantro, and parsley. Traditionally served with bread for dipping, this keto version replaces bread with raw low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, paprika, cumin, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the Zaalouk. Crucially, request that it be served with raw vegetables (e.g., cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, celery sticks) instead of bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الزعلوك: بدون سكر مضاف. يقدم كطبق جانبي بدون خبز.
For the Zaalouk: no added sugar. Serve as a side dish without any bread.
Watch out for
Sugar can sometimes be added to balance the acidity of tomatoes (less traditional but possible in restaurants); the dish is typically served with high-carb bread. Eggplant and tomatoes contribute natural sugars/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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