Low Carb Smoky BBQ Beans
Dive into a hearty and flavorful dish with this Low Carb Smoky BBQ Beans recipe, a creative, plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with roasted eggplant and meaty Portobello mushrooms, this smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet dish is simmered in a rich sauce made with smoked paprika, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of liquid smoke. Perfect for those watching their carb intake, this dish swaps traditional beans for low-carb vegetables, offering the same satisfying texture and bold BBQ flavor. Ready in just an hour, this dish is ideal as a standalone meal, a side for grilled meats, or your next barbecue gathering. Healthy, hearty, and irresistibly smoky, this recipe is sure to become your low-carb favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Eggplant
- 250 grams Portobello mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel and dice the eggplant into small cubes. Slice the mushrooms into 1/2 inch pieces.
Place the eggplant and mushrooms on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until softened and slightly browned.
Meanwhile, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and ground cumin to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, erythritol sweetener, and liquid smoke. Mix well to combine.
Pour in the water, stir, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Once the eggplant and mushrooms are roasted, add them to the skillet. Stir to coat them well with the sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper. Continue to simmer the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Adjust seasoning to your taste. Serve warm and enjoy your low carb smoky BBQ beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4354 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.8 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 3477 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
