Hünkar Beğendi (Füme Patlıcan Püresi ve Kuzu Haşlama)
Hünkar Beğendi (Smoked Eggplant Puree with Lamb Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure minimal or no flour is used in the eggplant puree for thickening. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A regal dish featuring tender, slow-cooked lamb stew (often made with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers) served atop a creamy, velvety purée of roasted and intensely smoked eggplant, typically enriched with butter and a touch of cheese (like Kasar or Parmesan).
Key ingredients
Lamb stew meat, smoked eggplant, butter, kasar cheese (or similar), heavy cream, minimal flour (optional thickener), tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, olive oil, spices.
How to make it keto
Ensure minimal or no flour is used in the eggplant puree for thickening. Confirm no sugar is added to the lamb stew's tomato sauce. Request extra cheese if possible.
Watch out for
Some versions of the eggplant puree might use a significant amount of flour as a thickener, or milk instead of cream. Tomato paste in the stew can contain hidden sugars. Onions and tomatoes in the stew contribute to total 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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