Pan-Seared Eja Osan with Habanero Butter
Pan-Seared Niger Delta Catfish with Spicy Habanero Butter
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Nigerian dishes.
What it is
A prized Niger Delta Catfish (Eja Osan) fillet, perfectly pan-seared until the skin is crispy and the flesh is flaky. Served with a fiery and fragrant butter sauce infused with habanero peppers, fresh garlic, and aromatic herbs.
Key ingredients
Eja Osan fillet (or other fatty catfish), habanero peppers, butter, garlic, fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, cilantro), lemon juice, salt, black pepper, olive oil (for searing).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used on the fish. Confirm the sauce is purely butter-based with no flour or starch thickeners.
Watch out for
Potential sugary marinades; sauce thickeners (flour/starch); excessive non-keto oils for searing.
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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