Mmiri Oku Ede ati Ori Eja pẹlu Uziza
Spicy Prawn and Fish Head Broth with Uziza
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A deeply flavorful and spicy clear broth, simmered with fresh fish heads (e.g., Tilapia or Catfish), succulent prawns, uziza leaves, habanero peppers, and other aromatic spices. This light yet robust soup is a naturally low-carb and protein-rich delicacy.
Key ingredients
Fish heads (e.g., Tilapia, Catfish), fresh prawns, uziza leaves, onions, habanero peppers, ginger, garlic, stock cubes, salt, crayfish powder, a dash of palm oil (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure the broth is free of any starch-based thickeners. Serve piping hot, without any fufu or other carb sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in stock cubes. Cross-contamination with carb thickeners if not specifically prepared for keto.
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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