Mboga za Kienyeji na Samli
Local Greens Sautéed in Ghee
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
A flavorful and rich preparation of traditional Kenyan leafy greens (such as sukuma wiki, managu, or mchicha) sautéed with finely chopped onions in generous amounts of 'samli' (clarified butter or ghee), adding a distinctive nutty flavor and high fat content.
Key ingredients
Assorted leafy greens (e.g., sukuma wiki, managu, mchicha), onions, ghee, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no high-carb vegetables like carrots or corn are added. Cooked with ample ghee for optimal fat content.
Watch out for
Restaurants might sometimes add a few carrots or use excessive onions which can elevate carb count. Ensure no sugar is added (unlikely for this dish but worth noting).
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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