Ye'beg Alicha
Mild Lamb Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request no injera. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender lamb pieces simmered in a mild, savory stew with turmeric, ginger, garlic, and other fragrant spices. Less spicy than berbere-based stews. This version omits the traditional injera.
Key ingredients
Lamb (cubed), onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, niter kibbeh (clarified butter), oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no injera. Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are present.
Say this to the waiter (Amharic)
የበግ አልጫ፣ እንጀራ አይኑር። ድንች ወይም ሌላ ስታርች ያለበት አትክልት እንደሌለ አረጋግጥልኝ።
Ye'beg Alicha, no injera. Please ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice blends, cross-contamination with high-carb items.
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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