Hünkar Beğendi (Keto Modifiyeli)
Lamb Stew with Keto-Style Creamy Eggplant Puree
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the 'beğendi' (eggplant puree) is made WITHOUT flour (unsuz) and instead uses cream or butter. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and tender lamb stew (often slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, and peppers) served atop a smoky, creamy eggplant puree. For keto, the eggplant puree is made without flour, using heavy cream or butter for thickness and richness.
Key ingredients
Lamb cubes, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomato paste, fresh tomatoes, green pepper, salt, pepper, butter. For puree: eggplant, heavy cream, butter, Parmesan cheese (optional), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the 'beğendi' (eggplant puree) is made WITHOUT flour (unsuz) and instead uses cream or butter. Ensure the lamb stew's tomato sauce has no added sugar. Omit any rice or bread served on the side.
Watch out for
Traditional beğendi often uses flour to thicken the eggplant puree. Tomato paste/sauce for the lamb stew can contain added sugar. Confirm no starchy thickeners or hidden sugars.
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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