Eja Asa Pepper Soup
Smoked Asa Fish Pepper Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A robust and intensely flavored pepper soup made with smoked 'Asa' fish (often barracuda or similar firm fish, prized for its unique smoky taste). The broth is clear, spicy, and infused with traditional pepper soup spices, onions, and Scotch bonnets, making it a warming and protein-rich meal.
Key ingredients
Smoked Asa fish, pepper soup spice mix (uziza, ehuru, uda), Scotch bonnets, onions, salt, seasoning cubes.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables (yam, plantain) or thickeners are added.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning cubes, sometimes restaurants use a tiny amount of flour to bind spices.
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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