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Okra and Vegetable Stew with Smoked Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and flavorful Efik stew combining fresh okra, uziza leaves, and waterleaf/ugu (fluted pumpkin leaves) with tender smoked fish and sometimes assorted meats. Cooked in palm oil with aromatic peppers, onions, and local spices. Served without carb sides.
Key ingredients
Okra, smoked fish (e.g., mackerel, catfish), waterleaf/ugu, uziza leaves, palm oil, onions, Scotch bonnets, red bell peppers, crayfish powder, iru/dawadawa, salt, seasoning cubes, assorted meats (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no yam flour or other starch is used for thickening. Focus on natural thickening from okra and vegetables. Ensure no sugar in seasoning.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in seasoning, large portions of onions/peppers, chef adding minimal starch.
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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