How to cook Okra with melon seeds | Egusi and Okra soup | Cameroon Okra soup

egusi seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer similar texture and flavor.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat option.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

Blend egusi seeds with water until smooth

Chop okra into small pieces

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering

Sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant

Add blended egusi to the pot and stir well

Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally

Incorporate chopped bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes

Add stock or broth and bring to a simmer

Stir in chopped okra and cook for 10 minutes

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper to taste

Incorporate fish and meat, cooking until fully heated through

Adjust consistency with water if too thick

Serve hot with fufu or rice

Cooking Techniques

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