Mutabal (متبل)
Eggplant Dip with Tahini
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugars or high-carb thickeners. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Palestinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A creamy and flavorful dip made from roasted eggplant, blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, and crushed garlic, drizzled with olive oil.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil (for garnish).
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugars or high-carb thickeners. Confirm no plain yogurt is added (some versions include it, but it's acceptable in small amounts or can be omitted).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
المتبل، لو سمحت بدون سكر مضاف أو مكثفات نشوية. وبدون لبن سادة.
For the Mutabal, please no added sugar or high-carb thickeners. No plain yogurt, please.
Watch out for
Restaurant versions might add a pinch of sugar. Tahini can contribute to carbs if consumed in very large portions.
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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