Keto Banga "Rice" (Cauliflower Base)
Palm Nut Stew with Cauliflower Rice and Assorted Seafood
Yes, with a tweak: must explicitly use cauliflower 'rice'. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto adaptation of the rich and aromatic Banga Rice, this version uses cauliflower 'rice' instead of traditional rice. It features a flavorful palm nut extract base cooked with assorted seafood (prawns, smoked fish, periwinkles) and traditional spices.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower 'rice', palm nut extract, assorted seafood (prawns, smoked fish, periwinkles), onions, habanero peppers, crayfish, scent leaves (or uziza), seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Must explicitly use cauliflower 'rice'. Ensure no sugar is added to the sauce. Verify no starchy thickeners are used in the palm nut stew base.
Watch out for
Cauliflower has some carbs. Potential hidden sugars in seasoning cubes. Risk of restaurants using real rice if not explicitly specified.
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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