Kosta Be'Siga Alicha
Mild Collard Green and Beef Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Eritrean mild stew ('alicha') combining tender beef cubes with slowly cooked collard greens ('kosta'). Flavored with onions, garlic, ginger, and turmeric, this dish offers a rich, savory profile without the spiciness of 'zigni'. Served without injera.
Key ingredients
Beef cubes, collard greens, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, niter kibbeh (clarified butter) or vegetable oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added. Ask for moderation of onions if strictly monitoring carb intake.
Watch out for
Onions.
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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