Tihini be'Siga (Keto Modified)
Spiced Beef/Lamb with Tahini Sauce (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no injera or starchy vegetables are served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Eritrean dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of beef or lamb sautéed with onions, garlic, and traditional Eritrean spices, then finished with a rich, creamy tahini sauce. Served without injera, allowing the savory meat and nutty tahini to shine.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb cubes, red onion, garlic, niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) or olive oil, berbere (optional, for spice), salt, tahini, lemon juice, water, parsley (garnish).
How to make it keto
Ensure no injera or starchy vegetables are served. Tahini sauce should be made without added sugars.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tahini sauce or spice blends, starchy vegetables if not explicitly omitted.
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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