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Ofe Owerri

Cultural Context

Ofe Owerri originates from the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria and is a beloved dish often served during special occasions and gatherings. This hearty soup showcases the rich culinary traditions of the region, combining various meats and spices to create a flavorful experience. Today, Ofe Owerri is enjoyed not only in Nigeria but also by the diaspora, celebrating its cultural significance and adaptability in modern kitchens.

IgboNGSoutheast Nigeriamain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs goat meat
4 oz stockfish
1 lb cow skin
1 lb shaki
8 oz crab
8 oz snail
3 tablespoons ground crayfish
1 large onions
2 seasoning cubes
1 teaspoon salt
4 oz grounded fish
2 fresh pepper
1 cup blended cocoyam
1 cup red palm oil
1 cup fresh okazi leaf
1 cup fresh ugu leaf

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

goat meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

bitter leaf

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach provides similar nutrients, and kale is often less expensive.

stockfish

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Fresh fish is healthier, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

1

Cook goat meat, shaki, cow skin, and stockfish in a clean pot with onions, seasoning cubes, and salt for 10 minutes without adding water.

2

After 10 minutes, add water to the pot and bring to a boil.

3

Add crab and snail, then add water to the level of the meat in the pot and cover to bring to a boil.

4

Add grounded fish and fresh pepper, adjusting to taste with seasoning cubes and grounded crayfish.

5

Stir in red palm oil and mix well.

6

Scoop in blended cocoyam and cover, cooking on high heat until the soup thickens to desired consistency.

7

Add grilled macro fish, fresh okazi leaf, and fresh ugu leaf, then top with more crayfish.

8

Stir and cover, bringing to a boil, being careful not to overcook the vegetables.

9

Turn off the cooker and stir; the soup is done and ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstewing

Equipment Needed

potbowlspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Owerri SoupOfe Owerri Soup

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