Ori Ewu Alata Gbigbe (Goat Head Dry Pepper Fry)
Dry Fried Goat Head with Habanero & Uziza
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
Tender, pre-boiled goat head meat (without the brain, for a cleaner profile) dry-fried with a pungent blend of habanero peppers, onions, and uziza seeds. This intensely flavored dish highlights the unique texture of goat head, focusing on robust spices rather than a heavy sauce.
Key ingredients
Boiled goat head chunks, habanero peppers, onions, ground uziza seeds, cooking oil (e.g., groundnut oil), seasoning cubes, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour coating before frying. Confirm no sugary marinades are used prior to dry frying.
Watch out for
High onion/pepper quantity, hidden sugar in seasoning cubes.
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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