Ofe Ose Owerri (Owerri Pepper Soup)
Owerri Pepper Soup with Assorted Meats
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no traditional thickeners (like yam flour or achi) are used. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A distinctively spicy and aromatic clear broth pepper soup from Owerri, featuring various meats (e.g., goat, beef, tripe) and sometimes fish, infused with indigenous herbs (e.g., utazi, uziza) and a potent blend of spices. Different from the thicker Ofe Owerri.
Key ingredients
Assorted meats (goat, beef, tripe), water, utazi leaves, uziza leaves, habanero peppers, onions, seasoning cubes, salt, dry pepper mix (e.g., uda, ehuru).
How to make it keto
Ensure no traditional thickeners (like yam flour or achi) are used. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, traditional thickeners (if mistakenly added) are high carb. Vegetables like onions and peppers contribute minor 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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