Terere na Mayai
African Spider Plant with Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Kenyan dish featuring African spider plant (Terere) sautéed with onions and tomatoes, then mixed with scrambled or fried eggs. A simple, nutritious, and naturally low-carb home-cooking staple.
Key ingredients
African spider plant (Terere), eggs, onion, tomato, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, ghee), salt, pepper, garlic (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the tomato-onion base; request extra cooking oil or ghee to boost fat content.
Watch out for
Overuse of tomatoes and onions. While usually keto-friendly, hidden sugars can occasionally be found in some restaurant preparations.
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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