Samaki Kavua Chemsha na Mboga (Keto Modified)
Dried Fish Stew with Greens (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Sun-dried fish, rehydrated and slow-cooked into a savory stew with a variety of indigenous low-carb greens (such as kales, spinach, or amaranth), alongside onions, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger. This preparation avoids high-carb thickeners and vegetables.
Key ingredients
Dried fish (e.g., tilapia, Nile perch), indigenous greens, onions, tomatoes (minimal), garlic, ginger, cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are included. Request no flour or cornstarch for thickening the stew.
Watch out for
Excessive use of tomatoes/onions, unintended starchy vegetables, hidden sugars in seasonings.
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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