Babagannuş
Smoked Eggplant Dip (Baba Ghanoush Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A smoky and creamy dip made from fire-roasted and mashed eggplant, blended with tahini (sesame paste), fresh lemon juice, garlic, and generous olive oil, often seasoned with cumin and parsley. Served as a meze or side.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, cumin, parsley.
Optional tweaks
None needed for the dip itself. Ensure that it is served without bread (pita/lavash), which is typically offered for dipping.
Watch out for
Routinely served with bread (pita/lavash) which must be avoided.
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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