Kpomo Elepo
Cowhide in Palm Oil with Peppers
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
Chewy and flavorful cowhide (kpomo), slowly cooked until tender, then simmered in a rich palm oil sauce infused with Scotch bonnets, onions, and traditional fermented locust beans (iru). A simple yet satisfying dish, high in collagen and fat.
Key ingredients
Kpomo (cowhide), palm oil, Scotch bonnets, onions, iru (fermented locust beans), salt, seasoning cubes.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar or carb thickeners are added.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning.
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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