Quanta K'ulwa
Sautéed Dried Beef
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera or other carb sides. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ethiopian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Quanta K'ulwa features thinly sliced dried beef (quanta) rehydrated and then sautéed with onions, green peppers, and a blend of spices in kibe (clarified butter). The drying process concentrates the beef's flavor, resulting in a rich and savory dish with a unique texture.
Key ingredients
Dried beef (quanta), onions, green peppers, kibe (clarified butter), garlic, ginger, berbere (spiced chili powder), salt.
How to make it keto
Request no injera or other carb sides. Confirm the quanta itself has no added sugar (unlikely in authentic quanta). Ensure no added sugar in the berbere.
Watch out for
Onions, green peppers, berbere (can contain small amounts of carbs/sugar), served with injera (must omit).
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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