Low Carb Spicy Brinjal Curry

Brinjal, aubergine, eggplant: they’re all one and the same! To make this spicy brinjal (eggplant) curry, you only need a few solid ingredients. Little preparation is needed here because most of the work in this dish is done by the plethora of spices added at the beginning of the recipe. Cook down fresh eggplant and tomato until you have a soft, stew-like texture. Your spicy factors are derived from a diced green chili and a bit of chili powder. If you want more heat, you can easily add more of these ingredients or stir in a little of your favorite hot sauce. Serve your spicy Keto curry over cauliflower rice prepared to your liking. If you prepare your cauliflower rice with any fats or spices, make sure to add this to your food log.

Jessica L.

To Keto Or Not To Keto

If you present your eggplant curry with tomatoes to your Keto guests, some may argue your dish isn’t actually Keto. Both eggplants and tomatoes are part of the nightshade group, and some have decided that nightshades as a whole are “not Keto”. Why? Some science suggests eating nightshades can make you more prone to inflammation and digestive issues. Unfortunately, that is an issue each person must take up individually with their doctor. Like all other vegetables, nightshades can rack up the carbohydrates quickly if gone un-tracked. Easily track your macros with the Carb Manager app to make sure you’re keeping an eye on your carbs and worry less about foods being “not Keto” as a whole.

Adding More Flavor To Your Curry

This Keto spicy brinjal curry has a complex flavor profile, thanks to all the spices used. However, you may feel like your curry is missing a little flavor after simmering it in water. If you are not vegan, try swapping out the water for a chicken or beef broth. If you are vegan but would like to add more fat (and flavor) to your curry, stir in a tablespoon of coconut cream that separates from the liquid in a can. Low-carb cashew cream is another delicious way to add fat and flavor if you don’t like the overpowering taste of coconut. Don’t forget that this recipe includes cauliflower rice, which you can bump up with more seasonings and fats at your discretion.