Icheku Ede Utazi
Stewed Snail Gizzards with Utazi Leaves
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A flavorful and robust dish featuring succulent snail gizzards, slow-cooked in a rich red palm oil stew. It is generously infused with aromatic Utazi leaves, bell peppers, onions, and scotch bonnets, creating a unique peppery and slightly bitter taste profile. This dish is naturally low-carb and protein-dense.
Key ingredients
Snail gizzards, Utazi leaves, Red palm oil, Red bell peppers, Scotch bonnets, Onions, Crayfish, Garlic, Ginger, Seasoning cubes, Salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed. This dish is inherently keto-friendly.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might sparingly use tomato paste (for color/depth) which can add minimal carbs; ensure it's not a primary base. Always confirm no hidden sugars in seasoning.
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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