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Spiced Roasted Goat/Lamb Leg with Keto Greens
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the berbere spice blend. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Eritrean dish featuring a slow-roasted leg of goat or lamb, deeply flavored with a complex blend of local spices. The meat is tender and succulent, typically served with a side of sautéed greens (hamli or gomen) instead of injera.
Key ingredients
Goat or lamb leg, Niter Kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) or olive oil, onions, garlic, ginger, berbere spice blend (chili powder, fenugreek, coriander, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, black pepper, nutmeg, turmeric), salt, black pepper, collard greens or cabbage.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the berbere spice blend. Serve without injera. Request additional keto-friendly vegetables like sautéed collard greens or cabbage.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made berbere spice blends; generous use of onions/garlic; potential for thickeners in any accompanying sauce.
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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