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Egusi Soup
Nigerian

Egusi Soup

A thick, hearty West African stew thickened with ground melon seeds (egusi), enriched with leafy greens, smoked fish and assorted meats.

Rating
4.8
312 reviews
Time
55 min
active
Servings
4
Medium
Amaka Obi
Amaka Obi
@amaka.eats · Nigeria
  • Ground egusi seeds1 cup
  • Spinach or ugu leaves3 cups
  • Smoked fish, flaked1 cup
  • Beef stew meat1 lb
  • Palm oil1/3 cup
  • Onion, diced1 large
  • Scotch bonnet, minced1
  • Stock4 cups
  • Crayfish powder2 tbsp
  • Salt & seasoning cubesto taste