Ofe Ugba na Azu
African Oil Bean Seed Soup with Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A rich, aromatic Igbo soup featuring fermented African oil bean seeds (ugba), fresh or smoked fish, and palm oil. It boasts a distinctive savory and slightly bitter flavor, often enhanced with uziza leaves and local spices.
Key ingredients
Fermented ugba (African oil bean seeds), fresh fish (e.g., Tilapia, Catfish) or smoked fish, palm oil, onions, scotch bonnet peppers, crayfish, seasoning cubes, uziza leaves (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no thickening with cocoyam or yam flour. Serve without fufu or any starchy side. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars or starch in commercial seasoning cubes, excessive use of onions or bell peppers in restaurant preparations.
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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