Ogbono soup is a popular Nigerian delicacy that is loved by many for its unique flavour and texture. It is made with ground Ogbono seeds, palm oil, and assorted meat or fish. Here are the steps to preparing this mouthwatering soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of ground Ogbono seeds
- 2 cooking spoons of palm oil
- 2-3 cups of assorted meat or fish (beef, goat meat, chicken, fish, or any other protein of choice)
- 3-4 cups of water or meat stock
- 2-3 cubes of seasoning cubes (Maggi or Knorr)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetables (Ugwu or Spinach)
Step 1
Wash and season the assorted meat or fish with salt, pepper, and seasoning cubes. Cook the meat until it is tender and set it aside.
Step 2
Rinse and chop vegetables and set aside.
Step 3
Heat the palm oil in a pot.
Step 4
Add the ground Ogbono seeds to the pot and stir for about 3-5 minutes until it forms a smooth paste.
Step 5
Add the cooked meat or fish to the pot and stir. Pour in the meat stock or water and stir until it is well combined.
Step 6
Add the seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper to taste. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until the soup thickens.
Step 7
Add the vegetables to the pot and stir. Let it cook for another 3-5 minutes.
Step 8
Serve hot with your preferred choice of swallow such as fufu, eba, or pounded yam.
Preparing Ogbono soup may seem intimidating, but with these easy-to-follow steps, you can prepare a delicious pot of this soup in no time. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different meat or fish combinations, as well as different vegetables to add some variety to your cooking. Enjoy!
