Isi Ewu
Spicy Goat Head Delicacy
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Igbo dish made from a whole or half goat head, boiled until tender, chopped, and then mixed in a luxurious palm oil sauce thickened with edible potash, seasoned with potent local spices and herbs.
Key ingredients
Goat head, palm oil, akanwu (edible potash solution), crayfish, habanero peppers, onions, utazi leaves, seasoning cubes, salt, uziza seeds (optional).
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications usually needed as this dish is naturally low in carbs and rich in healthy fats and collagen.
Watch out for
Very minimal, mainly from onions and peppers used in the sauce. Authentic Isi Ewu does not contain sugar or starch.
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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