Nigerian Bitterleaf Soup | Nigerian Food | Onugbo

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

bitterleaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach provides a similar texture and is more accessible.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish is lighter and easier to cook.

meat (goat, beef, or chicken)

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a protein-rich alternative for vegetarians.

Blend egusi seeds until fine.

Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat until hot.

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

Stir in the blended egusi and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add water gradually to achieve desired consistency.

Incorporate the meat and stockfish, cooking until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Add the dried fish and crayfish, stirring to combine.

Season with cubes and salt to taste, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Add the bitterleaf and stir well, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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