Gomen Be'Siga (Keto Modified)
Collard Greens and Beef Stew (Keto Style, No Potatoes/Carrots)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew of tender beef cubes slow-cooked with collard greens (gomen), seasoned with traditional Eritrean spices including onions, garlic, ginger, and berbere. The keto modification ensures no potatoes or carrots are added. Served without injera.
Key ingredients
Beef, collard greens, onions, garlic, ginger, berbere spice mix, tomato paste, vegetable oil (or niter kibbeh), salt, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Ensure no added sugar in tomato paste or for flavor balancing. Request to be served without injera.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables commonly added. Hidden sugars in commercial tomato paste or for balancing acidity. Be mindful of excessive onion/garlic base in restaurant settings.
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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