Awaze Sauce (Keto Modified)
Spicy Berbere Dipping Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no teff flour or other grain-based thickeners are used. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ethiopian dishes.
What it is
A vibrant and fiery Ethiopian dipping sauce or condiment made from a base of berbere spice, often mixed with other ingredients like wine, garlic, and ginger. This keto version is free of high-carb thickeners and sugars.
Key ingredients
Berbere spice blend, garlic, ginger, niter kibbeh (optional, for richness), apple cider vinegar (instead of wine), water or broth, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no teff flour or other grain-based thickeners are used. Ensure no added sugar or high-carb alcohols (like sweet wine). Serve as a condiment for keto meat dishes.
Watch out for
Berbere spice blends can sometimes contain hidden sugars or small amounts of high-carb fillers. Onions and tomatoes (if used in a fresh sauce) contribute carbs. Ensure no teff flour is used as a thickener.
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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