Ofe Egusi with Waterleaf and Smoked Prawns
Melon Seed Soup with Waterleaf and Smoked Prawns (No Cocoyam)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly confirm no cocoyam or other starch thickeners. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and hearty melon seed (egusi) soup, cooked with fresh waterleaf, succulent smoked prawns, red palm oil, and seasoned with onions, peppers, and crayfish. A wholesome, naturally thickened soup without cocoyam.
Key ingredients
Ground melon seeds (egusi), waterleaf, smoked prawns, red palm oil, onions, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, crayfish powder, bouillon powder (keto-friendly), salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly confirm no cocoyam or other starch thickeners. Request to reduce onions and bell peppers for stricter carb limits.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in bouillon, carbs from onions and bell peppers, potential for starch thickeners.
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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