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Scrambled Egg Okra Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, Scrambled Egg Okra Stew is a beloved dish that highlights the versatility of okra, often enjoyed as a comforting meal. It combines the richness of eggs with the unique texture of okra, making it a staple in many households. This dish is not only nutritious but also showcases the use of local ingredients, reflecting the culinary heritage of West Africa. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in different cultures and cuisines.

AfricanNGmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
10 ml vegetable oil
25 shallots
25 g garlic
25 g ginger
100 g okra
1 spoon mixture of spices
salt to taste
1/4 spoon turmeric
1 tomato
3 green chillies
150 ml water
1 egg

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini provides a similar texture while being more widely available.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dill

Parsley is more common and less pungent than cilantro.

1

Heat the pan and pour in 10 ml of oil.

2

Put in 25 shallots and sauté well.

3

Put in 25 g of garlic and 25 g of ginger and sauté well.

4

Put in the pieces of 100 g of okra and sauté well.

5

Put in a spoon of mixture of spices, salt to taste, and a quarter spoon of turmeric and mix.

6

Put in the pieces of a tomato and 3 green chillies and sauté well.

7

Add 150 ml of water and mix well.

8

Break in an egg and mix and sauté well for 5 minutes.

9

Take off the flame and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewingscrambling

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Okra and EggsEggs with Okra Stew

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