Karnıyarık (Keto Dolma Patlıcan)
Meat-Stuffed Eggplant (Rice-Free)
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Oven-baked whole eggplants, split down the middle and stuffed with a savory mixture of sautéed ground beef or lamb, onions, tomatoes, and herbs. The eggplant itself is lightly fried or baked before stuffing, absorbing a lot of oil. This version specifies a rice-free stuffing for keto adherence.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, tomatoes, green peppers, parsley, olive oil, tomato paste, salt, black pepper.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, confirm the stuffing does not contain rice or bulgur. Ensure the tomato sauce used for baking does not have added sugar. Request it without any side of rice or bread.
Watch out for
Eggplant itself contains natural carbs. The stuffing traditionally includes rice or bulgur. Tomato paste and sauce can sometimes contain hidden sugars. Often served with rice pilaf.
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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