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Egusi Soup Recipe

A delicious and hearty Nigerian soup made with ground melon seeds, leafy greens, and meat or fish.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Nigerian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Egusi (ground melon seeds)
  • 1 cup Palm oil
  • 1 pound Beef (cut into chunks)
  • 1 pound Stockfish
  • 1 bunch Spinach (or other leafy greens) chopped
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cups Water
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Blend the egusi seeds with some water to form a thick paste.
  2. 2. Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. 3. Add the beef and stockfish to the pot. Cook until the meat is browned.
  4. 4. Stir in the egusi paste and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. 5. Add water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  6. 6. Add the chopped spinach and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
  7. 7. Serve hot with fufu, pounded yam, or rice.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Egusi Soup, Nigerian Cuisine
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