Siniyat Batinjan bil Laham Mafroom
Baked Eggplant with Spiced Minced Meat
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no béchamel sauce, potatoes, or rice are included. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A delicious Qatari baked dish consisting of layers of tender, pan-fried or roasted eggplant slices alternating with a richly spiced minced lamb or beef mixture. The dish is seasoned with traditional Gulf spices and often topped with sliced tomatoes before baking to perfection.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced lamb or beef, onions, tomatoes, garlic, Qatari baharat, black pepper, cumin, turmeric, olive oil or ghee, fresh parsley/coriander.
How to make it keto
Ensure no béchamel sauce, potatoes, or rice are included. Request minimal tomato paste (or sugar-free) and liberal use of olive oil or ghee.
Watch out for
Inclusion of potatoes or rice fillers, sugar in tomato paste, overly generous use of high-carb vegetables.
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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