Kwati (Smoked Catfish & Mixed Vegetable Soup)
Smoked Catfish and Mixed Vegetable Soup (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no carb sides. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A light and flavorful soup from Northern Nigeria, typically featuring smoked catfish, a variety of green leafy vegetables (like sorrel, spinach, or jute leaves), onions, and peppers in a savory broth. A lighter alternative to heavy stews.
Key ingredients
Smoked catfish, spinach/sorrel/jute leaves, onions, red bell peppers, tomatoes, habanero peppers, palm oil (optional, often lighter broth), seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no carb sides. Ensure no high-carb thickeners (like large amounts of groundnut paste or starchy binders). Confirm generous use of low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Vegetables, small amount of palm oil, potential for groundnut paste if not specified to omit/minimize. Bell peppers and tomatoes contribute to total 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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