Muhammara (Keto Modified)
Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip (without breadcrumbs)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breadcrumbs and minimal/no pomegranate molasses. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Syrian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and savory dip made from roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, olive oil, and sometimes pomegranate molasses. Modified to omit breadcrumbs for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Roasted red bell peppers, walnuts, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breadcrumbs and minimal/no pomegranate molasses. Request to serve with keto dippers.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
محمرة بدون بقسماط وبقليل دبس رمان أو بدونه، لو سمحت. وقدمها مع خضروات مناسبة للكيتو.
Muhammara, no breadcrumbs and minimal or no pomegranate molasses, please. Serve with keto dippers.
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses is very high in sugar (must be minimized or omitted), red peppers have some natural sugars. Must ensure no breadcrumbs are added.
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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