Isi Ewu Ncha
Spiced Goat Head with Utazi and Palm Oil Dressing
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A traditional delicacy featuring tender, chopped goat head, prepared in a unique emulsified palm oil sauce. Flavored with potash (akanwu), utazi leaves, onions, and local spices, typically served cool or lukewarm.
Key ingredients
Goat head, palm oil, utazi leaves, onions, potash (akanwu), habanero peppers, seasoning cubes, local spices (e.g., ehuru).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy thickeners are used in the palm oil emulsion. Request fresh utazi leaves.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning cubes, any starch used to thicken the 'ncha' emulsion, though traditional 'ncha' is self-emulsifying.
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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