Egusi Recipe
A traditional West African soup made with ground melon seeds, vegetables, and spices.
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Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Chop the onions, bell pepper, and greens. Set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Vegetables
Stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Egusi
Add the ground egusi to the pot and stir well, allowing it to cook for about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add Liquid
Pour in the water or stock, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Season the Soup
Add the ground crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 7
Finish with Greens
Stir in the chopped spinach or bitter leaf and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 8
Serve
Remove from heat and serve hot, typically with fufu or rice.