SIMPLE AND DELICIOUS AFRICAN SOUP RECIPE | Musk Melon Seeds Soup Recipe #cooking #asmr

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

dried fish

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned options are more accessible and still provide protein.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes save prep time and are often more affordable.

leafy greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Kale is nutrient-dense while cabbage is budget-friendly.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped fresh tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate dried fish and smoked fish, stirring well to combine.

Add diced meat and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Season with pepper and seasoning cubes, adjusting to taste.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

Return the soup to heat and add leafy greens, cooking until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot with rice or fufu.

Cooking Techniques

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