Otong Soup
Efik Waterleaf and Ugu Leaf Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starch thickeners (like cocoyam or yam flour) are used. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nigerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
An authentic Efik/Ibibio vegetable soup, similar to Edikang Ikong but with its own distinct preparation and balance of waterleaf and fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu). It's typically cooked with a variety of meats or seafood, palm oil, crayfish, and peppers, forming a hearty and nutrient-rich stew. Served without any carb sides.
Key ingredients
Waterleaf, fluted pumpkin leaves (ugu), assorted meats (beef, goat meat, cow skin, tripe) or smoked fish/prawns, palm oil, onions, habanero peppers, crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starch thickeners (like cocoyam or yam flour) are used. Explicitly request no pounded yam, fufu, eba, or rice as a side.
Watch out for
Restaurant might add starch thickeners, hidden sugars in seasoning, generous use of high-carb vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes (though less common in authentic Otong).
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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