Keto Ekpang Nkwukwo (Seafood & Leafy Greens Stew)
Efik-style Seafood & Leafy Greens Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no cocoyam is used as a thickener or wrapping. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Efik/Ibibio dish reimagined for keto, typically made with grated cocoyam, but here it's prepared as a rich stew of assorted seafood and leafy greens (like waterleaf and fluted pumpkin leaves) in a spicy palm oil base, without any cocoyam or other starchy thickeners. The focus is on the succulent seafood and nutrient-dense greens.
Key ingredients
Assorted seafood (prawns, periwinkles, smoked fish, fresh fish), waterleaf, fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu), palm oil, habanero peppers, onions, crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no cocoyam is used as a thickener or wrapping. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning. Request generous portions of leafy greens.
Watch out for
Possible hidden sugars in seasoning, large quantities of onions/peppers can add up.
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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