Hünkar Beğendi (Keto Style)
Lamb Stew over Creamy Smoked Eggplant Puree (No Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask if flour/roux is used in the eggplant puree (beğendi) for thickening. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender lamb stewed in a rich tomato sauce, served atop a creamy, smoky eggplant puree. The puree is traditionally made with roasted eggplant, milk/cream, and cheese. It's critical to confirm no flour (for thickening) is used in the eggplant puree.
Key ingredients
Lamb, eggplant, onion, tomatoes, bell peppers, olive oil, garlic, milk/cream, butter, Kasseri cheese (or similar hard cheese), salt, pepper, bay leaf, oregano.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask if flour/roux is used in the eggplant puree (beğendi) for thickening. If so, ask if they can make it without flour, or avoid the dish. Ensure no sugary tomato paste. Request no rice.
Watch out for
Flour/roux in the eggplant puree for thickening. Tomato paste can contain hidden sugar. Often served with a side of rice.
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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