Miyan Zogale da Kifi
Moringa Leaf Soup with Dry Fish and Locust Beans
No, skip this one: about 18g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A nourishing Hausa soup centered around the nutrient-dense moringa leaves (zogale), prepared with succulent pieces of dry fish and the distinct umami flavor of fermented locust beans (dawadawa). Cooked in palm oil with onions and peppers, served as a standalone soup.
Key ingredients
Moringa leaves (zogale), dry fish (e.g., kika), locust beans, palm oil, onions, red bell peppers, habanero peppers, seasoning cubes, salt.
If you order it anyway
Ensure no carb thickeners like groundnut paste are used. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in seasoning cubes, higher carb content in larger quantities of peppers and onions, locust beans contain some 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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