Managu
Braised African Nightshade
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal or no tomatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A nutritious indigenous green, African nightshade (Managu) has a slightly bitter yet earthy flavor. It's typically braised with onions, a minimal hint of tomato, and plenty of cooking oil until tender.
Key ingredients
African nightshade leaves (managu), cooking oil (generous amount), onions, tomatoes (minimal), salt, garlic.
How to make it keto
Request minimal or no tomatoes. Ensure generous amount of cooking oil. Confirm no milk or cream is used (though rare in general restaurant settings).
Watch out for
Excessive tomatoes, addition of potatoes/corn, insufficient cooking fat, potential (though rare) for significant dairy in some regional preparations.
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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