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Fried Eggplant and Pepper Mezze in Tomato Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the tomato sauce (a common restaurant practice, especially in tourist areas). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Turkish food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular cold mezze featuring generously fried eggplant and green peppers simmered in a rich tomato and garlic sauce, often served chilled. The ample use of olive oil makes it suitable for keto, provided no sugar is added to the sauce.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, green bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (optional).
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the tomato sauce (a common restaurant practice, especially in tourist areas). Request no bread for dipping.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the tomato sauce is the primary concern. Eating with bread (pide/lavash).
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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