Ede Ube
Garden Egg and African Pear Salad
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying relish or salad, popular in Eastern Nigeria, featuring sliced garden eggs (eggplants) and creamy African pear (ube). Seasoned lightly to highlight the natural flavors, it's often enjoyed as a snack or side.
Key ingredients
Garden eggs, African pears (ube), palm oil (optional, for flavour), onions, habanero peppers, crayfish, salt, seasoning cubes.
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no sugary dressings or non-keto additions. Confirm the African pear is ripe and boiled/roasted without sugar.
Watch out for
None, naturally low carb. Ensure no sugar in any dressing or added during preparation of the pear.
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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