Soupou Kanja Yéll. Okra Soup

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides protein while being budget-friendly.

crayfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: dried fish

Dried fish adds a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

okra

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Zucchini can mimic the texture of okra in soups.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes

Add chopped okra and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened

Incorporate fish and crayfish, cooking until fish is opaque

Pour in water and bring to a simmer

Add seasoning cubes and salt, stirring well

Simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors

Blend the soup until smooth or leave chunky based on preference

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving

Serve hot with rice or bread

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens