Ako Malu N'ose (Goat Testicles Pepper Soup)
Goat Testicles Pepper Soup (No Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no traditional thickeners (e.g., yam flour, cocoyam paste) are used. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A piquant and restorative pepper soup featuring tender goat testicles, slow-cooked in a spicy broth with aromatic Nigerian herbs (like uziza and utazi) and spices. A delicacy believed to have medicinal properties.
Key ingredients
Goat testicles, water, uziza leaves, utazi leaves, habanero peppers, onions, ginger, garlic, scent leaves, seasoning cubes, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no traditional thickeners (e.g., yam flour, cocoyam paste) are used. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, traditional thickeners (e.g., yam flour) are high carb and must be omitted. Vegetables like onions and peppers contribute minor carbs.
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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