Badinjan Mahshi bil Lahm (Keto Style)
Stuffed Eggplant with Meat (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the stuffing is made WITHOUT rice. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Saudi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender eggplant halves hollowed out and generously filled with a savory mixture of minced lamb or beef, fresh herbs, and spices, then slowly baked in a light, unsweetened tomato sauce. The 'keto style' ensures no rice is included in the stuffing.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced lamb/beef, onions, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh mint, olive oil, unsweetened tomato paste, diced tomatoes, water, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure the stuffing is made WITHOUT rice. Request unsweetened tomato paste for the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
باذنجان محشي باللحم، مهم جداً: تأكدوا الحشوة بدون أرز. واستخدموا صلصة طماطم بدون سكر للصلصة.
For Badinjan Mahshi bil Lahm, critical: ensure no rice in the stuffing. Please use unsweetened tomato paste for the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden rice in the stuffing is the primary risk. Some restaurants might use sweetened tomato paste or a dash of sugar in the sauce.
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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