Minchet Abish Alicha (Keto Modified)
Mild Ground Beef Stew with Fenugreek and Keto Greens
Yes, with a tweak: omit injera. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
Ground beef simmered in a mild, turmeric-based sauce with a distinctive fenugreek (abish) flavor, sautéed onions, and garlic. This 'alicha' (mild) preparation is less spicy than a berbere-based stew, making it a comforting and flavorful home-style dish, served with keto-friendly greens instead of injera.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, onions, garlic, ginger, niter kibbeh (or olive oil), turmeric, fenugreek powder (abish), green bell peppers (optional), salt, black pepper. Served with collard greens.
How to make it keto
Omit injera. Ensure fenugreek powder is unsweetened. Confirm no potatoes or carrots are added to the stew.
Watch out for
Onions, trace carbs from fenugreek powder, potential hidden sugar in restaurant preparations or spices.
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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