Okro Alasepo with Assorted Meats
Mixed Okra & Assorted Meat Stew (No Thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no carb-based thickeners are added (e.g., starch, flour). About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust and flavorful 'all-in-one' okra stew, where fresh okra is cooked down with a variety of assorted meats (beef, tripe, cow foot, smoked fish) and a rich blend of palm oil, peppers, and seasonings. Unlike some okra soups, 'Alasepo' implies all ingredients are cooked together, resulting in a hearty, chunky stew without the need for additional carb-based thickeners.
Key ingredients
Fresh okra, assorted meats (e.g., beef, shaki, cow foot), smoked fish, palm oil, scotch bonnet peppers, onions, crayfish, iru (fermented locust beans), stock cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no carb-based thickeners are added (e.g., starch, flour). Confirm no carb-heavy sides are served.
Watch out for
Okra contains natural carbs, so large portions contribute. Hidden sugars in seasoning cubes. Restaurant might add more tomatoes or bell peppers, increasing carb load.
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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