Makdous (مكدوس)
Stuffed Pickled Baby Eggplants
Yes, with a tweak: typically, no specific modifications are needed for makdous. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Palestinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Small, tender oil-cured baby eggplants, carefully stuffed with a savory mixture of crushed walnuts, finely chopped red pepper, garlic, and spices, all preserved in rich olive oil.
Key ingredients
Baby eggplants, walnuts, red pepper, garlic, olive oil, salt (sometimes chili flakes).
How to make it keto
Typically, no specific modifications are needed for makdous. Confirm no added sugar in the pickling process, though this is uncommon for authentic recipes.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هل يوجد سكر مضاف في مكدوس؟
Is there any added sugar in the Makdous pickling process?
Watch out for
Baby eggplants, walnuts, and red pepper contribute small amounts of carbs. The overall carb count for a typical serving is generally low.
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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