Grilled Awo with Ata Dindin
Grilled Guinea Fowl with Hot Pepper Sauce (No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no starchy sides (yam, plantain, rice). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A whole or half guinea fowl, marinated in local spices and expertly grilled until tender and smoky. Served simply with a generous portion of Ata Dindin (spicy blended pepper sauce) on the side, without any carb-rich accompaniments like fried yam or plantain.
Key ingredients
Guinea fowl, Dry pepper, Ginger, Garlic, Onions, Seasoning cubes, Salt, Vegetable oil, Scotch bonnet peppers (for Ata Dindin), Tomatoes (for Ata Dindin), Red bell peppers (for Ata Dindin).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no starchy sides (yam, plantain, rice). Ensure the pepper sauce is made without added sugar.
Watch out for
Sugar in pepper sauce, restaurant may add starchy vegetables as garnish, large quantity of tomatoes/onions in sauce.
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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