Doro Silsi (Keto Modified)
Spiced Chicken & Tomato Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no injera. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chicken pieces sautéed in a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce, flavored with berbere, garlic, ginger, and onions. A simplified, often quicker version of Doro Wot.
Key ingredients
Chicken (cubed or shredded), onions, tomatoes (fresh or paste), garlic, ginger, berbere spice, niter kibbeh or olive oil, green chilies, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no injera. Request minimal tomato paste and onions to reduce carbs. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce.
Watch out for
High carb count from excessive onions and tomato paste/puree; hidden sugars in commercial tomato products or berbere spice blends.
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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