Is Baba Ghanouj Alpha-Gal?

Description
Smoky, mildly tangy flavor and a creamy, slightly coarse texture make this traditional Middle Eastern dip commonly served as a spread, appetizer, or snack; consumers note consistent smokiness, smoothness with occasional chunks, and reliable freshness, often using it with bread, raw vegetables, sandwiches, and mezze platters and everyday entertaining occasions.

Description
Smoky, mildly tangy flavor and a creamy, slightly coarse texture make this traditional Middle Eastern dip commonly served as a spread, appetizer, or snack; consumers note consistent smokiness, smoothness with occasional chunks, and reliable freshness, often using it with bread, raw vegetables, sandwiches, and mezze platters and everyday entertaining occasions.
Ingredients
EGGPLANT, MAYONNAISE (CANOLA OIL, LIQUID EGG YOLKS, VINEGAR, WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SPICES), SOUR CREAM (MILK INGREDIENTS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, GUAR GUM, CARRAGEENAN, CAROB BEAN GUM, SODIUM CITRATE, BACTERIAL CULTURE), GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, CANOLA OIL, CITRIC ACID), SEA SALT, SPICES, CITRIC ACID.
What is a Alpha-Gal diet?
An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.


