Garden Egg and Smoked Catfish Stew
Eggplant (Garden Egg) & Smoked Catfish Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starch thickeners or added sugars. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful stew made with soft, tender garden eggs (African eggplant) simmered with chunks of smoked catfish in a rich palm oil base, spiced with scotch bonnets, onions, and crayfish. A popular pairing that is naturally keto-friendly when served without carb sides.
Key ingredients
Garden eggs, smoked catfish, palm oil, crayfish, onions, scotch bonnets, seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starch thickeners or added sugars. Ask for reduced palm oil if tracking fat intake.
Watch out for
Excess palm oil, hidden sugar in seasoning cubes, high quantity of onions/peppers.
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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