Supu ya Makongo
Beef Tendon Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
A deeply nourishing and gelatinous soup, prepared by slow-cooking beef tendons until incredibly tender, releasing their rich collagen into a savory, clear broth. Lightly seasoned with salt, pepper, and aromatics.
Key ingredients
Beef tendons, onions, garlic, ginger, salt, black pepper, water.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no starchy vegetables (e.g., carrots, potatoes) are added to the soup. No added sugar.
Watch out for
Addition of starchy vegetables; MSG or commercial bouillon with hidden sugars.
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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