Keto Eko/Agidi (Lupin Flour Pudding)
Keto Corn Starch Style Pudding with Ata Dindin (Pepper Stew) (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no corn starch (high carb) is used for the 'swallow'. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A low-carb interpretation of the traditional corn starch pudding (Eko or Agidi), prepared with lupin flour and steamed into a firm, neutral-tasting 'swallow' that pairs well with savory stews. It is served with a rich and spicy Ata Dindin (fried pepper stew) containing assorted meats like beef, tripe, and cow foot.
Key ingredients
Lupin flour, water, salt. For Ata Dindin: Assorted meats (beef, shaki, pomo), red palm oil, bell peppers, habanero peppers, onions, iru (fermented locust beans), crayfish powder, seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no corn starch (high carb) is used for the 'swallow'. Request no added sugar in the pepper stew. Confirm no carb sides are served with this meal.
Watch out for
Lupin flour has some net carbs. Bell peppers, onions, iru, and seasoning cubes in the stew contribute additional carbs.
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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