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Ukazi Soup

Cultural Context

Ukazi Soup, originating from the southeastern regions of Nigeria, is a beloved dish often enjoyed during festive occasions. Its rich blend of vegetables and proteins reflects the culinary traditions of the Igbo people, celebrating communal gatherings and feasting. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its local roots, with variations emerging in different Nigerian communities and among diaspora populations.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups dry ukazi leaves
2 cups chopped water leaf
1 lb dry catfish
1 cup periwinkle
1 lb dry fish
1 lb stockfish
1 tablespoon aidan fruit
1 lb fresh mackerel fish
1 cup red oil (palm oil)
1 teaspoon ginger powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 seasoning cubes
1 medium onions
2 cloves garlic
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 lb cow meat
1 lb cow intestines
1/2 cup crayfish

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

ukazi leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is more accessible and retains similar nutritional benefits.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish can be a healthier alternative, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

crayfish

🥗Healthier: dried shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Dried shrimp offers a similar umami flavor, while fish sauce is often more affordable.

1

Soak the dry ukazi leaves in hot water.

2

Wash the meat, onions, and garlic.

3

Add ginger powder, seasoning cubes, salt, fresh mackerel fish, stockfish, and dry herring fish to the pot.

4

Blend scotch bonnet pepper.

5

Boil the meats and fishes together.

6

Add red oil and aidan fruit to the mixture.

7

Add the soaked ukazi leaves and chopped water leaf to the pot.

8

Stir and allow to cook until ready.

Cooking Techniques

choppingboilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardstirring spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Ofe UkaziVegetable Soup

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