Ofe Mmiri (Clear Meat Broth with Light Greens)
Clear Meat Broth with Light Greens
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A light and comforting clear broth, simmered with tender chunks of beef or goat meat, seasoned simply with salt, bouillon, and a touch of uziza leaf for aroma. This is a minimalist, high-protein, and extremely low-carb dish, focusing on the pure flavor of the meat and broth.
Key ingredients
Beef or goat meat, water, uziza leaf (or similar light green herb), onions, bouillon cubes, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables like yam or potato are added. Confirm only clear broth ingredients.
Watch out for
None, as long as it's prepared simply as described.
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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