Afro🌶️ Pepper Soup Calories & Nutrition Facts
Quick answer: a typical serving of Pepper Soup (1 bowl / ~350 g) contains approximately 180 calories — 22 g protein, 6 g carbs, 8 g fat. Depending on the recipe and portion, expect a range of 120–280 kcal.
Pepper soup is a light, fiery West African broth made with goat meat, catfish, or chicken, seasoned with calabash nutmeg, uziza, and scent leaves. Famously light yet deeply flavourful.
Nutrition facts per serving
| Nutrient | Amount (1 bowl / ~350 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~180 kcal (range 120–280) |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
Values are estimates for a typical home-style preparation. Restaurant and party versions often run higher.
What changes the calorie count
- One of the lightest mainstream Nigerian dishes — mostly lean protein in broth
- Catfish pepper soup runs slightly higher in fat than goat meat
- Added yam or plantain chunks can add 100–200 kcal
- Almost no carbs unless a starch is added
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Is pepper soup good for weight loss?
Yes — at roughly 120–280 kcal per bowl with 20+ g of protein, pepper soup is one of the best weight-loss-friendly dishes in West African cuisine. High protein and high water content keep you full.
How many calories in goat meat pepper soup?
A standard bowl of goat meat pepper soup contains roughly 150–250 kcal, depending on the meat quantity and fat trimming.