Assa Kurt
Spiced Raw Fish (Tilapia or similar)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ethiopian dishes.
What it is
A unique dish of thinly sliced fresh raw fish, often Tilapia, meticulously seasoned with fiery mitmita (a specialized chili powder blend), niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter), and salt.
Key ingredients
Fresh raw fish (e.g., Tilapia, Tuna, Snapper), mitmita spice blend, niter kibbeh or olive oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the fish is truly raw and fresh. Confirm no high-carb accompaniments like bread or injera are served alongside.
Watch out for
Injera (must omit), some mitmita blends may contain trace carbs from spices, but generally very low. Cross-contamination with carb-heavy items in a restaurant kitchen.
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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