Inguday Quluwa be'Karia
Mushroom and Pepper Sauté
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A vibrant vegetarian sauté consisting of mushrooms and various peppers (bell peppers, and often a touch of spicy karia peppers) stir-fried with onions, garlic, ginger, and traditional Eritrean spices. A flavorful and low-carb alternative to meat dishes.
Key ingredients
Mushrooms, mixed bell peppers, karia (spicy peppers), onions, garlic, ginger, cooking oil, berbere or other mild Eritrean spices.
If you order it anyway
Ensure no injera or other high-carb sides are provided. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added during preparation.
Watch out for
Onions and bell peppers contribute to total carbs; ensure moderate use of these ingredients in a restaurant setting. Hidden sugars in spice blends are possible.
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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