Keto Okpa Wawa (Lupin & Almond Flour Pudding)
Keto Bambara Nut Style Pudding with Smoked Fish (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly confirm that no actual Bambara nuts (high carb) are used. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A low-carb adaptation of the traditional Okpa Wawa (Bambara nut pudding). This keto version uses a blend of lupin and almond flours, seasoned with red palm oil, peppers, onions, and crayfish, then steamed into a firm, savory pudding. It is served with shredded smoked fish for added protein and flavor.
Key ingredients
Lupin flour, almond flour, red palm oil, habanero peppers, onions, smoked fish (e.g., mackerel), crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt, water.
How to make it keto
Explicitly confirm that no actual Bambara nuts (high carb) are used. Request minimal red palm oil if you prefer to manage fat content.
Watch out for
Lupin flour and almond flour contain some net carbs. Red palm oil, onions, peppers, and seasoning cubes 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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