Keto Berenjenas a la Napolitana (Berenjenas al Horno con Tomate, Jamón y Queso)
Keto Baked Eggplant with Tomato, Ham, and Cheese (Neapolitan Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm eggplant is not breaded or rebozado. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Uruguayan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A baked dish featuring layers of tender eggplant slices, a savory low-carb tomato sauce, slices of cooked ham, and plenty of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. A hearty and flavorful option.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, low-carb tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes with garlic, basil, oregano), sliced cooked ham, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm eggplant is not breaded or rebozado. Ensure tomato sauce is natural, low-sugar, and free from high-carb thickeners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato sauce, potential rebozado (breading) on the eggplant if not explicitly requested 'sin rebozado'.
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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