Igba Ede (Garden Egg and Melon Seed Stew) with Assorted Meat
Garden Egg and Melon Seed Stew with Assorted Meat
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful Yoruba stew made with garden eggs (eggplant), egusi (melon seeds) paste, palm oil, iru (locust beans), peppers, and assorted meats. Rich and satisfying.
Key ingredients
Garden eggs, egusi (melon seeds), palm oil, iru (fermented locust beans), crayfish, assorted meats (beef, ponmo, tripe), onions, peppers, salt, seasoning cubes.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or carb-based thickeners are added beyond the egusi. Large quantities of onions/peppers can add carbs, so monitor portion.
Watch out for
Hidden flour/starch thickeners, excessive use of onions/peppers, hidden sugars in seasoning cubes.
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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