Bedenjan Dereq be'Siga
Dry Eggplant & Beef Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no injera or carb-heavy sides are served. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful 'dereq' (dry) sauté combining tender pieces of eggplant ('bedenjan') with seasoned beef (or lamb), stir-fried with onions, garlic, ginger, and Eritrean spices. The dry preparation allows the rich flavors of the eggplant and meat to shine, making for a substantial keto dish.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground beef (or lamb), onions, garlic, ginger, cooking oil, berbere (or mild spice blend), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no injera or carb-heavy sides are served. Confirm no starchy thickeners are used in the sauté.
Watch out for
Eggplant, onions, and garlic contribute to carbs. Hidden sugars in spice blends are a possibility.
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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