Keto Asa Delil
Ethiopian Roasted Whole Fish (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'no injera, no rice, no bread' for serving. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ethiopian dishes.
What it is
A whole fish (typically tilapia or snapper) seasoned with Ethiopian spices like garlic, ginger, a hint of berbere or turmeric, and roasted until tender and flaky. This keto version ensures it's prepared and served without injera or any starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, berbere or turmeric, cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'no injera, no rice, no bread' for serving. Confirm no sugary marinades are used and no starchy vegetables are served alongside.
Watch out for
Marinades sometimes contain sugar. Starchy vegetable sides are a common accompaniment and must be avoided.
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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