Zaalouk (Keto Version)
Smoked Eggplant & Tomato Salad/Dip (Keto Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly confirm that no sugar or honey is added during preparation. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A classic Moroccan cooked salad or dip prepared with mashed, smoked eggplant, stewed tomatoes, garlic, and seasoned with cumin, paprika, and fresh herbs, all simmered generously in olive oil. This keto version is made without any added sugar and is intended to be enjoyed as a flavorful side dish, not with bread.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, cilantro, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly confirm that no sugar or honey is added during preparation. Request to serve it as a standalone side salad or dip, not accompanied by traditional Moroccan bread (khobz).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
زعلوك من فضلك. هل هو محضر بدون سكر أو عسل؟ قدموه لوحده، من غير خبز.
Zaalouk, please. Is it made without any sugar or honey? Please serve it alone, without khobz.
Watch out for
Often served with bread (khobz) for dipping. Some recipes might include a small amount of sugar to balance the acidity of tomatoes.
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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