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Eja Wara Pepper Stir-fry

Smoked Fish and Nigerian Cheese Pepper Stir-fry

Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour coating on the wara if fried. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.

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12gNet carbs
16gTotal carbs
4gFibre
50gProtein
55gFat
720Calories

What it is

A vibrant stir-fry featuring local Nigerian cheese ('Wara'), smoked fish, bell peppers, onions, and spicy habanero. The wara provides a unique chewy texture and savory flavor, complemented by the smoky fish.

Key ingredients

Wara (local cow's milk cheese), smoked fish (e.g., mackerel or catfish), bell peppers (red, green, yellow), onions, habanero peppers, vegetable oil, seasoning cubes (check for sugar), salt.

How to make it keto

Confirm no flour coating on the wara if fried. Ensure no added sugar in the seasoning.

Watch out for

Some commercial wara might be processed with starch or flour. Hidden sugars in seasoning. Bell peppers and onions contribute 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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