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Waterleaf and Periwinkle Pepper Soup (No Thickener)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no thickeners (e.g., cocoyam, yam flour, garri). About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A light and flavorful pepper soup combining fresh waterleaf and succulent periwinkles in a spicy, aromatic broth with peppers, onions, and local spices. Served as a clear soup without any thickeners or carb sides.
Key ingredients
Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare), periwinkles, habanero peppers, onions, crayfish, palm oil, seasoning cubes, salt, uziza seeds (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no thickeners (e.g., cocoyam, yam flour, garri). Ensure no hidden sugars. Served plain.
Watch out for
Onions, peppers, and waterleaf (though low carb, large quantity can add up); hidden sugars 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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