Qurtit (Keto, no Injera)
Spiced Dry-Fried Beef Bites (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no injera is served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Small, tender pieces of beef (or lamb) pan-fried until slightly crispy with finely chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and a blend of Ethiopian spices (such as berbere or mitmita). This is a drier dish compared to stews and is served without injera for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
Beef (or lamb), niter kibbeh, red onions, garlic, ginger, berbere or mitmita spice blend, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no injera is served. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added. Can be accompanied by a side of gomen (collard greens) or fresh green chili.
Watch out for
Onions, restaurant spice blends (berbere/mitmita can contain small amounts of fenugreek or other starchy components, or hidden sugars).
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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