Keto Asa Mekelesha
Spicy Keto Fish Stew
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or starch is used for thickening the stew; ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots; served without injera. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and spicy Ethiopian fish stew, featuring chunks of white fish (such as tilapia or catfish) simmered in a flavorful berbere-based sauce with onions, garlic, and ginger. Modified to exclude starchy vegetables and thickening agents, served without injera.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets, berbere, onion, garlic, ginger, niter kibbeh, tomato paste (minimal), salt, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or starch is used for thickening the stew; ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots; served without injera.
Say this to the waiter (Amharic)
Keto Asa Mekeleshaው ዱቄት ወይም ስታርች ለወፍራምነት እንዳይጨመርበት። ድንች፣ ካሮት አይነት ካርብ የበዛባቸው አትክልት አይኑረው። ያለ እንጀራ ይምጣልኝ።
For Keto Asa Mekelesha, confirm no flour or starch thickeners. Ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots. Serve without injera.
Watch out for
Berbere spice blend (contains trace carbs), onion content, minimal tomato paste, potential hidden thickeners.
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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