Karnıyarık (Keto Modified)
Stuffed Eggplant with Minced Meat and Tomato Sauce (No Rice)
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
Half-baked or fried eggplants hollowed out and stuffed with a savory mixture of sautéed minced meat (beef or lamb), onions, tomatoes, and herbs, then baked in a light tomato sauce. This version omits the traditional rice side.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, minced beef/lamb, onions, tomatoes, green peppers, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, parsley, salt, pepper.
If you order it anyway
Request no rice (it's often served as a side). Ensure no sugar is added to the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Eggplant itself has some carbs. The filling contains onions and tomatoes which contribute carbs. Tomato paste/sauce can have hidden sugars. Usually 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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