Hünkar Beğendi (Nişastasız Patlıcan Püresi Üzerinde Kuzu Eti)
Sultan's Delight (Lamb Stew Over Starch-Free Eggplant Puree)
Yes, with a tweak: verify that the eggplant puree (beğendi) is made without flour or starch. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and tender lamb or beef stew, slow-cooked with tomatoes and spices, served atop a creamy and smoky eggplant puree. The puree is traditionally made with roasted eggplant, milk, butter, and sometimes flour, so ensure it's starch-free.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef stew meat, tomato paste, onion, garlic, green pepper, olive oil, eggplant, butter, milk/cream (for puree), salt, black pepper, herbs.
How to make it keto
Verify that the eggplant puree (beğendi) is made without flour or starch. Request it to be made with just roasted eggplant, butter, and a splash of cream/milk if possible, or even just mashed eggplant. Confirm no sugar in the stew sauce. Request no side bread or rice.
Watch out for
Eggplant puree often contains flour or starch for thickening. Hidden sugar in the tomato paste or stew. Significant carbs from eggplant, tomatoes, and onions. Often served with bread/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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