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Thinly Sliced Spiced Beef Sauté
Yes, with a tweak: naturally keto-friendly. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Eritrean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Very thinly sliced beef, quickly pan-fried or sautéed to a slight crisp with a potent mix of berbere, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. It’s a dry, intensely flavored dish that highlights the meat and spices, often served as a quick, satisfying meal.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., flank or sirloin), thinly sliced
How to make it keto
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no carb-heavy additions like potatoes or sweet peppers. Served without injera or rice.
Watch out for
Onions and berbere spice blend (small amounts of starch/sugar). Hidden sugars in restaurant cooking.
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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