Dereq Asa Tibs
Pan-Fried Dried Spiced Fish
Yes, with a tweak: omit injera. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Dried fish, often Tilapia or similar, rehydrated and then pan-fried until crispy. It's heavily seasoned with a blend of Ethiopian spices including garlic, ginger, and sometimes berbere, offering a unique texture and intensely savory flavor distinct from fresh fish dishes.
Key ingredients
Dried fish, red onion, garlic, ginger, berbere spice, niter kibe/vegetable oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Omit injera. Request no sweet glazes or excessive sugary spice rubs.
Watch out for
Injera as a side, potential sweet glazes or sugar in spice blends.
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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