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Egusi Soup Recipe

This recipe is gluten free.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Nigerian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Egusi (melon seeds)
  • 1 cup Palm oil
  • 1 lb Beef, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup Ground crayfish
  • 1 cup Chopped spinach
  • 2 cups Stock or water
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ground pepper
  • to taste Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. Blend the egusi seeds until smooth.
  2. 2. Heat palm oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add beef chunks and cook until browned.
  4. 4. Stir in the ground egusi and crayfish. Cook for a few minutes.
  5. 5. Pour in the stock or water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. 6. Add chopped spinach, ground pepper, and salt to taste. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. 7. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Egusi Soup, Gluten-Free
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