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Spiced Tripe Stew with Keto Greens
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in berbere or tomato paste. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
A traditional and highly prized stew made exclusively from tender, slow-cooked beef or lamb tripe, seasoned with a robust blend of Eritrean spices, onions, and garlic. The tripe is cooked until very soft and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb tripe, Niter Kibbeh or vegetable oil, red onions, garlic, ginger, berbere spice blend, salt, black pepper, sometimes a minimal amount of tomato paste.
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in berbere or tomato paste. Serve without injera, with a side of simple sautéed greens or plain avocado.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in berbere or tomato paste; generous use of onions/garlic; potential small amount of tomato paste.
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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