Keto Hünkar Beğendi (Unsuz)
Lamb Stew with Creamy Smoked Eggplant Puree (Flour-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the eggplant puree ('beğendi') is prepared 'unsuz' (without flour). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A regal dish featuring a rich, slow-cooked lamb stew served atop a velvety, smoky eggplant puree. The traditional eggplant puree ('beğendi') is modified for keto by preparing it without flour (roux), relying on butter, heavy cream, and cheese for its luxurious texture and flavor.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg, onion, tomato, green pepper, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), olive oil, spices (oregano, paprika), salt, black pepper. For the puree: fire-roasted eggplant, butter, heavy cream, mozzarella or kashar cheese, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the eggplant puree ('beğendi') is prepared 'unsuz' (without flour). This modification might require communication with the chef at some restaurants.
Watch out for
The *traditional* beğendi puree is thickened with flour (a roux), making it high carb. Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce for the lamb stew is also a minor concern.
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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