This Gambian OKRO Soup, SOUPE KANDIA is UNIQUE !! How to Cook Traditional Okra soup in West Africa.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option while vegetable oil is more economical.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative, while chicken is often less expensive.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-rich, and collard greens are often more affordable.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: salt and pepper

Homemade mixes can reduce sodium and enhance flavor with fresh herbs.

Boil water in a pot.

Prepare the okra by removing the heads and placing them into the boiling water.

Pound the okra in a mortar until slimy.

Add the pounded okra to the boiling water.

Pound the jet leaves and water leaves, then add them to the pot.

Add the salted fish to the pot, breaking it into pieces.

Add palm oil to the pot and stir everything together.

Allow the soup to boil for a while until ready.

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