Isi Ebunu
Goat Head Pepper Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A pungent and spicy soup made from a whole goat head, slow-cooked until tender, served in a rich, peppery broth with aromatic spices. Often enjoyed with a cold drink, it's a flavorful and hearty dish.
Key ingredients
Goat head, Scotch bonnet peppers, onions, uziza leaves, utazi leaves, seasoning cubes, salt, palm oil (optional, for richness), garlic, ginger.
Optional tweaks
Specify no palm oil if trying to reduce fat slightly; ensure no starchy thickeners (e.g., yam flour) are used in the broth.
Watch out for
Potential use of starchy thickeners (e.g., yam flour) in some restaurants; hidden sugar 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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