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Ghana Light Soup with Fresh Catfish

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Ghana, Light Soup is a traditional dish often enjoyed during special occasions and family gatherings. It highlights the rich flavors of fresh fish and local spices, making it a beloved comfort food. Today, variations of Light Soup can be found across West Africa, with each region adding its unique twist to the recipe.

GhanaianGHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb fresh catfish
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 medium onion
2 Habanero peppers
1 teaspoon rosemary
2 whole cloves
4 cups water
2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning
0 lb beef
0 lb cow foot
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon beef seasoning
4 medium tomatoes
2 Garden eggs
1 cup okra

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

fresh catfish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: frozen catfish

Tilapia is often more accessible and affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes are convenient and can reduce prep time.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can be healthier and tailored to taste.

1

Prep garlic, ginger, onion, and Habanero pepper.

2

Blend garlic, ginger, onion, Habanero pepper, Rosemary, and cloves with a little water until smooth.

3

Clean catfish and season with all-purpose seasoning and salt, then add part of the blended mixture and marinate for at least 4 hours.

4

In a pot, add beef and cow foot, along with tomato paste, beef seasoning, salt, and the rest of the blended ingredients, then steam for 10 minutes.

5

Add chopped tomatoes, Habanero pepper, and onion to the pot, cover, and bring to a boil.

6

Once boiling, uncover and continue cooking until the stock thickens.

7

Add enough water for soup consistency and cook until veggies are tender.

8

Blend cooked tomatoes and add back into the soup, then add the marinated catfish and stir.

9

Bring the soup back to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer until the fish is cooked.

10

Add Garden eggs and okra, then simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potblendercutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Ghanaian Light SoupLight Soup

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