Ofe Ugu
Fluted Pumpkin Leaf Soup with Assorted Meats
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy thickeners like cocoyam or yam flour. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and nutritious soup where fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu) are the star. It's prepared with rich palm oil, assorted meats (such as beef, goat, and offal), smoked fish, crayfish, and peppers. Unlike stir-fries, this is a soupy consistency, hearty and satisfying, especially when served without carb sides.
Key ingredients
Fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu), assorted meats (beef, goat, cow skin, tripe), smoked fish, palm oil, onions, habanero peppers, crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy thickeners like cocoyam or yam flour. Explicitly request no carb sides. Can ask for extra ugu leaves.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in seasoning, restaurant adding starch thickeners, excessive use of onions/peppers.
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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