Miyan Kuka
Baobab Leaf Draw Soup with Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A popular draw soup from Northern Nigeria, made from dried baobab leaves (kuka powder), often combined with okra, assorted meats (like beef or goat), smoked fish, and enriched with palm oil. It has a distinctive slimy texture.
Key ingredients
Baobab leaf powder (kuka), okra, assorted meats, smoked fish, palm oil
Optional tweaks
None needed. This dish is naturally keto. Ensure no added thickeners like millet flour (dawa) or cassava flour, which are sometimes used in certain northern soups.
Watch out for
Some northern restaurants might thicken with millet flour (dawa) or cassava flour (garin rogo). Okra contains some carbohydrates, but typically within keto limits. Hidden sugars in seasoning cubes.
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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