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Spiced Lamb/Goat Tripe Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added; traditionally served with injera, request with a side of sautéed greens or plain. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and deeply flavorful stew made with tender lamb or goat tripe, often including other offal, slow-simmered in a robustly spiced berbere-based sauce with onions, garlic, and ginger. Naturally low-carb and hearty.
Key ingredients
Lamb/goat tripe, berbere spice, onions, garlic, ginger, niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), green chilies (optional), salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added; traditionally served with injera, request with a side of sautéed greens or plain.
Watch out for
Onions, garlic (in significant quantities), potential for small amounts of tomato paste or flour in restaurant berbere spice mixes.
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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