Omena Fry
Fried Silver Cyprinid Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
Tiny silver cyprinid fish (omena) deep-fried or pan-fried until crispy, typically seasoned with salt. Sometimes served with a light sauté of onions and tomatoes, or simply plain.
Key ingredients
Omena (silver cyprinid fish), cooking oil, salt, (optional: onions, tomatoes).
Optional tweaks
Request plain fried omena or with minimal onion and tomato sauce to reduce carb count. Ensure no flour coating is used (uncommon for omena).
Watch out for
The accompanying sauce, if heavy on onions and tomatoes, can add carbs. Often served with ugali, which must be omitted.
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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