Mchunga Sautéed
Sautéed Spider Plant Greens
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
Fresh spider plant (mchunga) leaves, a common indigenous Kenyan green, lightly sautéed with onions, a touch of garlic, and minimal tomato until tender-crisp. A nutritious and naturally low-carb side dish.
Key ingredients
Mchunga (spider plant) leaves, onions, cooking oil, salt, garlic (optional), minimal tomato.
Optional tweaks
Request minimal tomato to keep carb count low. Ensure no starchy thickeners are used. Can request extra cooking oil.
Watch out for
Overuse of tomato can increase carb count. Some establishments might add a pinch of sugar; confirm omission.
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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