BLACK SOUP RECIPE | HOW TO MAKE EDO BLACK SOUP

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach and kale provide similar nutrients and flavors.

cocoyam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: regular potato

Sweet potato is nutritious and more accessible.

ground crayfish

🥗Healthier: dried shrimp

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Dried shrimp offers a similar umami flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

Wash and prepare bitter leaf by rinsing thoroughly to reduce bitterness.

Boil cocoyam in water until tender, then mash until smooth.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until it shimmers.

Add chopped onions to the oil and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate the ground egusi and stir continuously for 5 minutes to cook.

Add the mashed cocoyam to the pot and mix well to combine.

Pour in water to achieve desired soup consistency, stirring well.

Add the smoked fish and meat, then season with cubes and salt.

Simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors, stirring occasionally.

Incorporate ground crayfish and locust beans, mixing thoroughly.

Finally, add the prepared bitter leaf and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

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