Bamia Wot
Keto Okra Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory stew featuring okra pods simmered in a light, mild sauce seasoned with garlic, ginger, and turmeric. This vegetable dish is naturally low in carbs, but traditionally served with injera. For keto, it is served as a standalone side dish.
Key ingredients
Okra, garlic, ginger, turmeric, oil
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Confirm the stew is prepared without potatoes, carrots, or other high-carb vegetables. Ensure tomato is used sparingly for flavor, not as a main component.
Say this to the waiter (Amharic)
ባሚያ ወጥ ያለ እንጀራ ይሁን። ድንች፣ ካሮት ወይም ሌላ ካርቦሃይድሬት ያለው አትክልት አለመኖሩን ያረጋግጡልኝ። ቲማቲም ለመጣፈጥ ብቻ በትንሹ ይጨመር።
Bamia Wot without injera. Please confirm no potatoes, carrots, or high-carb vegetables. Use tomato sparingly, for flavor only.
Watch out for
Okra is naturally low-carb, but it is often served with bread or injera.
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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