Classic Nigerian Egusi Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups ground Egusi (melon seeds)
• 1 cup palm oil
• 2 lbs assorted meats (beef, tripe, goat meat)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons ground crayfish
• 2 stock cubes
• 4 cups chopped spinach or bitter leaf
• Salt to taste
• 2 habanero peppers, blended

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil the assorted meats with half the chopped onions, one stock cube, and salt until tender. Reserve the meat stock.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat the palm oil on medium heat for about 2 minutes. Do not bleach the oil.

3. 3

   Add the remaining onions and fry for a minute.

4. 4

   Mix the ground Egusi with a little water to form a thick paste, then add it to the palm oil. Fry for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

5. 5

   Gradually add the meat stock, blended peppers, and ground crayfish. Stir well and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the cooked meats and the remaining stock cube. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the chopped spinach, simmer for 3-5 minutes, and remove from heat. Serve hot with Pounded Yam.