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Oha Soup

Cultural Context

Oha Soup, originating from the Igbo people of Nigeria, is a cherished dish often served during special occasions and festivities. It symbolizes community and togetherness, as families gather to enjoy this rich, flavorful soup made with Oha leaves and assorted meats. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its regional roots, with variations found in many Nigerian households and diaspora communities.

IgboNGSoutheast Nigeriamain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb assorted meats
1 cup palm oil
0.5 lb shaki (cow tripe)
0.5 lb stock fish
0.5 lb Kobe (smoked fish)
3 tablespoons ground crayfish
2 tablespoons fresh pepper
0.5 lb dried fish
2 tablespoons fish powder
0.5 lb periwinkle
0.5 lb cow lungs
2 cups Oha leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

Oha leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and offers similar texture.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat option.

assorted meats

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh or canned fish can provide similar flavors.

1

Boil all the protein needed until tender.

2

Melt palm oil and pour it into the meat stock.

3

Add palm oil and let it cook.

4

Stir to check the consistency and adjust with water if needed.

5

Add shaki and hard stock fish to the pot and let it cook.

6

Add blended crayfish and fresh pepper, then stir until smooth.

7

Add seasoning cubes and dried fish, stirring to combine.

8

Add fish powder and optional native spices for aroma.

9

Add periwinkle and cow lungs, which have been precooked.

10

Finally, add the Oha leaves that were rehydrated with hot water and stir everything together.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardstirring spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Ofe OhaOha Stew

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