Tsebhi Keysir (Keto Modified: Spiced Beetroot & Cabbage Stew with Beef)
Keto Spiced Beef, Beetroot, and Cabbage Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes or carrots. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful stew, traditionally made with beetroot, onions, and spices. For a keto version, it's prepared with tender beef and nutrient-dense cabbage, ensuring a rich, low-carb experience with signature Eritrean spices, omitting high-carb root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef (cubed), beetroot, cabbage, onions, garlic, ginger, berbere spice (or milder alicha blend), niter kibbeh (clarified butter), minimal tomato paste, salt, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes or carrots. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste or spice mixes. Ensure generous use of niter kibbeh for ample fat content. Serve without injera.
Watch out for
Beetroot (natural sugars, moderate amounts are fine for keto but quantity matters), onions (in quantity), potential added potatoes/carrots (MUST be omitted), hidden sugar in berbere or 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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