Ayib

Ethiopian Fresh Cottage Cheese

Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ethiopian dishes.

Keto as servedLow Carb SideCheese

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5gNet carbs

5gTotal carbs

0gFibre

15gProtein

12gFat

180Calories

What it is

A mild, crumbly, fresh Ethiopian cheese similar to cottage cheese or farmer's cheese. It's unsalted or lightly salted and often served as a cooling side dish, providing a refreshing contrast to spicy stews.

Key ingredients

Whole milk, lemon juice or rennet (for curdling), optional salt.

Optional tweaks

None typically needed. It is inherently keto-friendly.

Watch out for

None significant, unless sweetened which is not traditional for savory dishes.

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.