Description
Savory Nigerian Okra Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender okra, your choice of protein, and an array of spices in a luscious broth. This delightful soup not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings families together around the dinner table. Perfect for both cozy weeknight meals and festive gatherings, it pairs wonderfully with rice or pounded yam, making every bite an enjoyable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh okra, sliced
- 1 pound beef or chicken, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons ground crayfish
- 2 seasoning cubes (to taste)
- 1/4 cup palm oil
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the okra into small circles to release its mucilage.
- In a large pot, cover the diced beef or chicken with water and season with salt and one seasoning cube. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until tender.
- Add palm oil and chopped onions to the pot; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the sliced okra, ground crayfish, and remaining seasoning cubes. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Adjust consistency by adding water if needed; simmer longer for thickness.
- Serve hot with rice or pounded yam.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Nigerian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg