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Otong soup

A creamy soup made with ground pumpkin seeds and leafy greens, thickened naturally and seasoned with dried crayfish. Typical of the Efik people of southeastern Nigeria, it is served with foufou or garri.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Base

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cook the meat in water with the onion and salt for 35 minutes, until tender.
  2. Add the smoked fish and crushed chilies, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Dilute the ground pumpkin seeds in a little lukewarm water to form a smooth paste, then pour it into the pot while stirring.
  4. Stir in the palm oil, ground crayfish and bouillon powder, then let it thicken over low heat for 10 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped pumpkin or spinach leaves and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
  6. Adjust the seasoning with the grains of paradise and salt, then serve hot.

Variations and tips

Vegetarian version. Replace the meat and fish with cooked mushrooms and chickpeas, and use vegetable stock.

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