Kuzu Hünkar Beğendi (Ketojenik Patlıcan Püresi ile)
Lamb Stew with Creamy Eggplant Puree (No Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the eggplant puree ('beğendi') is made without flour. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and hearty lamb stew (often slow-cooked with tomatoes and spices) served over a creamy, smoky puree of roasted eggplant. For keto, it is essential to ensure the eggplant puree is made without flour, using butter, cream, and cheese for richness.
Key ingredients
Lamb (cubed), tomatoes, tomato paste, onions, garlic, olive oil, spices (cumin, paprika, salt, pepper). Eggplant, butter, heavy cream, Kashkaval cheese (or similar), salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm the eggplant puree ('beğendi') is made without flour. Ask for extra butter or cream in the puree. Ensure no sugar is added to the lamb stew's tomato base.
Watch out for
Traditional 'beğendi' (eggplant puree) often contains flour and milk. Sugar in the tomato sauce for the lamb stew.
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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