Ayib be'Timatim
Eritrean Cottage Cheese & Tomato Sauté
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple, refreshing, and tangy dish made from Ayib (Eritrean homemade cottage cheese) lightly sautéed or mixed with fresh tomatoes, onions, and often green chilies, seasoned with mild spices. Can be a side or light main.
Key ingredients
Ayib (cottage cheese), fresh tomatoes, onions, green chilies, oil/Niter Kibbeh, salt, black pepper, mild spices (e.g., cardamom, fenugreek).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no sugar is added to tomatoes. Request extra Ayib for more fat/protein.
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes in quantity, potential hidden sugar.
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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