Ye'fiel Alicha
Mild Goat Stew (no injera)
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
Ye'fiel Alicha is a light, flavorful stew made with tender chunks of goat meat simmered in a mild, turmeric-based sauce with onions, garlic, ginger, and green peppers. Unlike 'wat' dishes, it does not use berbere, offering a more mellow flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Goat meat, onions, garlic, ginger, green peppers, kibe (clarified butter), turmeric, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no injera or other carb sides. Ensure no potatoes or carrots are added, which are sometimes used as thickeners or fillers in alicha stews.
Watch out for
Onions, potential hidden sugars in seasoning, often served with injera or potatoes/carrots (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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