Imprimée
Tunisian Eggplant and Tomato Bake with Egg
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A delicious and hearty vegetarian dish featuring sautéed or baked eggplant and tomatoes, seasoned with garlic and spices (often caraway and paprika), typically topped with a fried or poached egg. Naturally low-carb and rich in healthy fats.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tomatoes, olive oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers, eggs, spices (caraway, coriander, paprika), fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base or cooking process.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مع الإمبريمي، من فضلك لا تقدم خبزاً. وتأكد أنه لا يوجد سكر مضاف في صلصة الطماطم أو أثناء الطهي.
For the Imprimée, please no bread served alongside. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato base or cooking.
Watch out for
Often served with bread for dipping. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to the tomato sauce for balance.
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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