Stewed Melongene (Eggplant Talkari)
Trinidadian Stewed Eggplant (Talkari Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful vegetarian dish featuring tender eggplant cooked down with garlic, onion, pimento peppers, and a blend of savory spices (like cumin/geera, turmeric), resulting in a soft, aromatic stew.
Key ingredients
Eggplant (melongene), onion, garlic, pimento peppers, hot pepper (optional), chive, cilantro, cooking oil, water/broth, ground cumin (geera), turmeric powder, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Ensure no added sugar.
Watch out for
Excessive use of onion/tomato, hidden sugars if any pre-made sauce is used. Eggplant itself has some carbs.
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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