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Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant in Olive Oil (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vegetarian dish where whole eggplants are gently fried in olive oil, then filled with a rich mixture of slow-cooked onions, garlic, tomatoes, green peppers, and parsley. It's traditionally served cold or at room temperature, making it naturally high in healthy fats and low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, olive oil, onions, garlic, tomatoes, green peppers, parsley, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the tomato filling. Request it served without any bread or rice on the side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the tomato filling.
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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