Efo Yanrin
Wild Lettuce Stew with Assorted Meats
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Yoruba stew made with indigenous wild lettuce (Yanrin leaves), cooked with palm oil, assorted meats (beef, tripe, cowhide), smoked fish, peppers, and spices. Naturally low-carb when served without traditional swallows.
Key ingredients
Yanrin leaves, assorted meats (beef, shaki, ponmo), smoked fish, palm oil, onions, red bell peppers, habanero peppers, crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no thickeners like cocoyam are used. Serve without any carb sides (e.g., pounded yam, eba, amala).
Watch out for
Overuse of red bell peppers can add up to higher carbs. Hidden sugars in some commercial seasoning cubes. Ensure no starchy thickeners are accidentally added.
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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