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Fresh Fish Pepper Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, Pepper Soup is a beloved dish often enjoyed during social gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with various meats or fish, it is known for its spicy and aromatic broth, which is believed to have warming properties. In modern cuisine, Pepper Soup has gained popularity beyond Nigeria, with variations appearing in restaurants worldwide, showcasing the rich flavors of West African cooking.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
red brown fish
small catfish
lime
scotch bonnet peppers (3 pieces)
cameroon pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
hot pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
scent leaf (1 tablespoon)
seasoning cubes (1.5 cubes)
salt
pepper soup spice (1 tablespoon)
grinded crayfish (2 tablespoons)
water

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu offers a plant-based option while canned fish is more affordable.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and less expensive.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often more budget-friendly.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is nutritious and widely available, while kale is often less expensive.

1

Wash the fish with lime to remove dirt and cut into large pieces.

2

Wash and debone the small catfish with hot water.

3

Add water to a pot, filling it almost halfway, and place on medium-high heat.

4

Add salt, grinded pepper, cameroon pepper, and grinded crayfish to the water.

5

Add seasoning cubes and mix until well combined.

6

Add pepper soup spice and mix again.

7

Add the red brown fish and smoked catfish to the pot and mix gently.

8

Cover the pot and allow to cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

9

After 20 minutes, add the scent leaf and scotch bonnet peppers, mixing gently.

10

Cover the pot and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Pepper SoupFish Pepper Soup

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