Alem Ethiopian Village – Ethiopian
Step into a vibrant sanctuary where the air is thick with the earthy perfume of berbere and slow-simmered legumes, inviting guests to gather around colorful communal platters. Crispy sambusas give way to savory fillings, while a mosaic of spicy Yemiser Wot and garlicky Gomen creates a tactile feast meant to be shared and savored by hand. This soul-warming experience celebrates the rich traditions of Ethiopian hospitality, where every bite of zesty lentil salad and hearty soup feels like an invitation into a welcoming village home.
307, East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, 53202 +14142245324 https://www.alem-ethiopianvillage.com0Cuisine: Ethiopian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Alem Ethiopian Village
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Doro Wot | 1.3 g | 51.1 g |
| Beef Sambusa | 16.6 g | 27.3 g |
| Doro Tibs | 21.2 g | 25.4 g |
| Yemiser Wot | 39.2 g | 17.9 g |
| Zilzil Tibs | 36.4 g | 17.5 g |
| Ethiopian Beer (St George/Walia/Habesha) | 0 g | 15.4 g |
| Awaze Tibs | 4.8 g | 14 g |
| Ye Tibs Firfir | 5.6 g | 11.5 g |
| Quosta | 7.4 g | 11.2 g |
| Spotted Cow | 47.6 g | 7.9 g |
| Lentil Soup (Bowl) | 9.7 g | 7.2 g |
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Beef Sambusa - $8: Seasoned beef with onions and spices stuffed in rolls, 3 pieces per order Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Sambusa - $8: Seasoned lentils with onions and spices stuffed in rolls, 3 pieces per order Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup (Cup) - $5.25: Lentil soup served in a cup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup (Bowl) - $7.25: Lentil soup served in a bowl Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ethiopian Selata (Salad) - $6: Tomatoes, lettuce, bell peppers with homemade dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Azifa (Spicy Lentil Salad) - $6: Whole lentils mixed with chopped onions, green peppers and tomato seasoned with garlic, white pepper, lemon and Ethiopian hot mustard Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Entrees
- Yemiser Wot - $19: Split lentils slowly cooked in Ethiopian red pepper sauce and assorted spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gomen - $18: Collard greens steamed, delicately seasoned and cooked with fresh garlic and pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yater Alitcha - $18: Yellow split peas cooked in specially flavored mild sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yatakilt Alitcha - $18: Steamed cabbages cooked with onions, fresh garlic and ginger Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quosta - $18: Chopped spinach simmered in mild sauce of onions and fresh garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Portions of Any Two Vegetable Entrees - $22: Half an order of any two vegetarian entrees Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portions of Any Four Vegetable Entrees - $22: Portions of Yemiser Wot, Gomen, Yater Alitcha, and Yatakilt Alitcha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Meat Entrees
- Doro Wot - $20: Spicy chicken stewed in Ethiopian red pepper sauce with spices, served with homemade cottage cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doro Tibs - $18: Cubes of chicken breast marinated and sautéed with spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yebeg Tibs - $22: Cubes of lamb sautéed and cooked with onion and peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yebeg Tibs Juicy Spicy - $23: Juicier and spicier lamb cubes sautéed with onion and peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tibs (Mild) - $18: Tender beef cubes sautéed and cooked with onions and peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Awaze Tibs - $20: Beef cubes sautéed and cooked with Ethiopian red pepper sauce and onions Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ye Tibs Firfir - $20: Beef sautéed with onions, peppers, and Berbere mixed with pieces of injera Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zilzil Tibs - $19: Seasoned and marinated strips of beef sautéed with onion, garlic, and peppers Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kitfo (Ethiopian Steak Tartar) - $20: Minced lean beef tartar seasoned with herbal butter, mitmita, and cardamom with cottage cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Juicy Spicy Tibs - $21: Beef cubes sautéed with red pepper sauce, onions, and peppers with juices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asa Tibs - $18: Tilapia marinated and sautéed with tomato and spices, served with Quosta Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Teff Injera - $2: Traditional Ethiopian flatbread made from teff flour Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Regular Injera - $1: Additional serving of regular injera Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $6: Slice of cheesecake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $7: Slice of baklava Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $6: Slice of tiramisu Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite, Mountain Dew, Dr. Pepper, Brisk Iced Tea, Lemonade, Apple Juice
- Perrier - $4: Sparkling mineral water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Spiced Tea - $3.5: Ethiopian spiced tea for one Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ethiopian Beer (St George/Walia/Habesha) - $8: Imported Ethiopian beer Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Xingu Beer - $6.75: Brazilian beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Red Stripe - $6.5: Jamaican beer
- Amstel Light - $5.5: Holland beer
- Heineken - $5.5: Holland beer
- Pilsner Urquell - $5.5: Czech beer
- Miller Light - $5: Local beer
- Spotted Cow - $5.5: Local beer
- Merlot/Shiraz (Glass) - $9: Glass of red wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Merlot/Shiraz (Bottle) - $16: Bottle of red wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Enat (Ethiopian Honey Wine) - $35: Traditional honey wine sold by the bottle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Alem Ethiopian Village
- What is the highest-protein dish at Alem Ethiopian Village?
- Doro Wot, at roughly 51.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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