Enkulu (Spiced Scrambled Eggs)
Eritrean Spiced Scrambled Eggs with Onion and Tomato
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
A popular Eritrean breakfast or light meal, consisting of scrambled eggs heavily spiced with berbere, sautéed with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, and sometimes green peppers. Naturally keto-friendly when served without injera or bread.
Key ingredients
Eggs, Niter Kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) or cooking oil, onions, tomatoes, green bell peppers, berbere spice blend, garlic, ginger, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no injera or bread is served. Confirm no added sugar in berbere mix or tomato base (rare for this dish, but always good to check).
Watch out for
Onions and tomatoes contain natural sugars, and generous restaurant portions can add up. Some pre-made berbere spice blends may contain trace amounts of flour or sugar. Always confirm no injera or bread is served.
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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