Kofte Be'Silsi
Spiced Meatballs in Tomato-Pepper Stew
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers in the meatballs (chef might use egg or flax meal as binder). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent spiced beef or lamb meatballs simmered in a savory 'silsi' sauce, a vibrant stew of tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, enriched with berbere and aromatic Eritrean spices.
Key ingredients
Ground beef or lamb, egg, onion, garlic, ginger, berbere, salt, black pepper (for meatballs). For sauce: diced tomatoes, red onion, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, berbere, niter kibbeh/vegetable oil, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers in the meatballs (chef might use egg or flax meal as binder). Request no potatoes or carrots in the stew. Serve without injera.
Watch out for
Tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, berbere (potential flour/sugar), breadcrumbs in meatballs if not specified, possible potatoes/carrots if not omitted.
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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