Isapa Soup
Dried Okra Pod Soup with Assorted Meats
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A unique Yoruba soup made from dried whole okra pods, distinct from regular okra soup or 'Pelebe'. It offers a distinctive slimy texture and earthy flavor, cooked with palm oil, assorted meats (beef, shaki, pomo), smoked fish, and robust spices.
Key ingredients
Dried okra pods (isapa), palm oil, assorted meats (beef, tripe, cowhide), smoked fish, crayfish, onions, habanero peppers, iru (fermented locust beans), seasoning cubes, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no carb-based thickeners like yam flour. Request extra greens if available, like spinach or ugu, instead of a fufu side.
Watch out for
Onions, peppers, palm oil. Iru (locust beans) contain some carbs. Seasoning cubes may contain hidden sugars/starches.
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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