Nech Tibs
Mild Sautéed Beef/Lamb
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Nech Tibs, meaning 'white' or 'mild' Tibs, is a dish of tender beef or lamb strips sautéed with onions, garlic, ginger, green peppers, and seasoned with mild spices, typically turmeric and black pepper, and finished with clarified butter (kibe). It is milder than the berbere-spiced 'key' wots.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb strips, onions, garlic, ginger, green peppers, kibe (clarified butter), turmeric, black pepper, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Ensure no hidden sugars in seasoning. Ask to limit onions for lower carb count if very sensitive, though typically acceptable.
Watch out for
Onions, potential cross-contamination with injera if not specified, possible hidden sugars 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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