Minchet Abish
Spicy Ground Beef Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: omit injera. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
Finely ground beef sautéed with onions, garlic, ginger, and a generous amount of berbere spice, resulting in a rich, flavorful, and often very spicy dish. Traditionally served with injera, but makes an excellent keto-friendly main when served alone or with low-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Ground beef (often lean or medium), onions, garlic, ginger, berbere spice, niter kibbeh (clarified butter), minimal tomato paste, salt, water/broth (for simmering).
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit injera. Confirm no potatoes or other high-carb fillers (rare for authentic Minchet Abish, but possible in some adaptations). Ensure no hidden sugar in spice mixes or tomato paste. Request extra niter kibbeh for increased fat content.
Watch out for
Onions (in quantity), potential hidden sugars in berbere or tomato paste, starch fillers (unlikely but possible in some restaurant preparations).
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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