Asa Tibs
Spiced Pan-Fried Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
Pieces of white fish (e.g., Tilapia, Cod) pan-fried or sautéed with onions, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, and traditional Eritrean spices like turmeric and black pepper. Served without injera or other carb sides.
Key ingredients
White fish, red onion, bell peppers (green, red), garlic, ginger, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, olive oil), turmeric, black pepper, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour dredging on fish; served without injera or rice.
Watch out for
Cross-contamination from shared fryers, sauces with added sugar (unlikely in this preparation but possible).
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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