Easy Way to Prepare Nigerian Okra Soup In 15 Minutes

Okra also known as ladies’ fingers is a green vegetable popular used to prepare okra soup dish in many West African countries, especially Nigeria and Ghana.

INGREDIENTS FOR OKRA SOUP

Okra  – 1 big bowl of fresh Okra

Onion (Optional)

Red oil – 3 cooking soup (Ladle)

Fresh pepper (Yellow or red pepper)

Dried fish

Stockfish head – 200g

Meat – Beef or Chicken

Fish: Ice fish (Mackerel/Titus)

Crayfish – 1 handful

Seasoning cube – 2

Salt – 1/2 teaspoon

Cow tripe ( Shaki/Kpomo)

Vegetables – Nigerian pumpkin leaves or spinach

Note: This is frying method of cooking Okra soup, it makes the okra crunchy.

PROCEDURES

• Gather all your ingredients and get them ready.

• In a pot, season and cook your protein (fish, meat or chicken) until tender.

• Remove the cooked fish and set aside.

• Add stockfish, dry fish and cow tripe (Shaki/Kpomo) to cook.

Note: Removing the cooked fish before adding stockfish and other proteins will make the fish not to over cook and scatter in the pot. You can also air fry.

• Once your proteins are done, set them aside.

• In a pot, add your red oil, allow to heat a little.

• Add onions, salt and seasoning cubes. Allow it to cook a little or until fragrant.

• Pour in grated Okra and stir

• Stir and simmer until the okra becomes tender and slimy.

• Add crayfish and adjust salt and pepper according to taste.

• Add stock including stockfish, cow tripe and dry fish. Stir and cover to cook a little.

• Add washed vegetable, stir and properly.

• Re-add the cooked fish so as not to scatter and simmer for Minutes.

• Turn off hear and voilà your delicious, crunchy Okra soup is ready.

• Serve hot with any swallow of your choice including fufu, pounded yam or Semovita. I actually prefer eating okra soup with Semovita.

Let us know your preference of swallow in the comment section.

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF OKRA SOUP

1. High in fiber: Okra is an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids digestion and helps prevent constipation.

2. Rich in vitamins: It contains vitamins A, C, and K, which support the immune system and promote healthy vision.

3. Low in calories: Okra soup is relatively low in calories, making it a good option for those watching their weight.

4. Good source of antioxidants: Okra is rich in antioxidants that help fight against cell damage caused by free radicals.

5. Supports heart health: The high fiber content and presence of antioxidants in okra can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.