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Eritrean Spiced Lamb Chops with Sautéed Gomen (Collard Greens)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the marinade or greens. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
Tender lamb chops, marinated in traditional Eritrean spices like berbere, garlic, ginger, and cardamom, then grilled or pan-seared to perfection. Served without injera, paired with a generous side of sautéed collard greens (gomen) cooked with garlic and mild spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb chops, berbere spice, garlic, ginger, cardamom, olive oil, salt, black pepper, collard greens, onion.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the marinade or greens. Request extra sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of any starchy sides. Confirm no injera.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in commercial spice blends, restaurant may add sugar to greens, high-carb sides (potatoes, rice, injera).
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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