Babagannuş (Patlıcan Salatası)
Smoky Eggplant Salad/Dip
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A creamy and smoky dip or salad made from roasted and mashed eggplant, blended with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. A delightful and naturally low-carb appetizer.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, fresh parsley (garnish).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breadcrumbs or flour are used as a thickener. Often served with bread, which must be omitted.
Watch out for
Some recipes or restaurant versions might add tahini (which has some carbs) or, rarely, flour/breadcrumbs for texture. Always served with pita bread, which must be omitted.
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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