Siga Wasa
Beef with Herbs and Garlic in Kibe
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ethiopian dishes.
What it is
Tender chunks of beef, typically sirloin or short ribs, slowly simmered or sautéed in Niter Kibbeh with generous amounts of fresh garlic, ginger, and rosemary. It's a rich, aromatic dish with a distinct herbal flavor, less spicy than a Key Wot and less dry than Dereq Tibs.
Key ingredients
Beef (cubed), Niter Kibbeh, fresh garlic, fresh ginger, rosemary sprigs, salt, black pepper, occasionally a hint of turmeric.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no berbere or tomato paste is used. Ensure minimal onion, or request omission. Omit any side injera.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice blends. Overuse of onions. Serving with injera (must be omitted).
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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