Enkulal Wot
Keto Egg Stew (Mild)
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Hard-boiled eggs simmered in a mild, turmeric-based (alicha style) sauce made with niter kibbeh, onions, garlic, and ginger. Traditionally served with injera, but for keto, it's served without and with specific modifications to the sauce ingredients.
Key ingredients
Hard-boiled eggs, niter kibbeh, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Ensure the 'wot' sauce is strictly free of potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Ask for minimal onion in the sauce base.
Say this to the waiter (Amharic)
እንቁላል ወጥ ያለ እንጀራ ይሁን። መረቁ ውስጥ ድንች፣ ካሮት ወይም ሌላ ስታርች ያለው አትክልት አለመኖሩን ያረጋግጡልኝ። ሽንኩርቱም በትንሹ ይሁን።
Enkulal Wot without injera. Please ensure the sauce has no potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables. Minimal onion, please.
Watch out for
The onion-heavy base (kulet) can be surprisingly high in carbs if not cooked down properly.
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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