Ofe Onugbu
Ofe Onugbu is a traditional Nigerian soup that is highly popular in the Igbo cuisine. It is also known as Bitter Leaf Soup because it is made using bitter leaf vegetables as one of the main ingredients. Ofe Onugbu is rich in flavors and typically includes ingredients like assorted meats, fish, stockfish, crayfish, palm oil, and other seasonings. The combination of these ingredients results in a delicious and hearty soup that is enjoyed with various traditional accompaniments like pounded yam, eba, or fufu.
Ingredients
- 2 cups bitter leaf (washed and squeezed)
- 1 pound Assorted meats (beef, goat meat, or chicken), cut into chunks
- 1 pound Stockfish and dry fish soaked and cleaned
- 1 cup palm oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons ground crayfish
- 2 tablespoons ground uziza seeds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons ogiri Igbo (traditional Nigerian seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons ogbono (African mango seeds) powdered or ground
- Salt and seasoning cubes to taste
- Fresh pepper (to your preference)
- 2 cups water
- Utazi leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the assorted meats with salt, seasoning cubes, and any other desired spices. Boil until tender, then set aside.
- In a separate pot, add palm oil and heat on medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add the ground crayfish, uziza seeds (if using), ogiri Igbo, and ogbono. Stir well to combine.
- Add the boiled meats, stockfish, and dry fish to the pot. Stir well to coat the meats with the palm oil and spice mixture.
- Pour in the water and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the bitter leaf and fresh pepper to the pot. Stir well and let it cook for another 5 minutes. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
- If desired, garnish with sliced utazi leaves for added flavor and freshness.
- Serve hot with pounded yam, eba, or fufu.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 823kcal (41%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 53g (106%)Fat: 64g (98%)Saturated Fat: 28g (175%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 144mg (48%)Sodium: 223mg (10%)Potassium: 1005mg (29%)Fiber: 7g (29%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 1572IU (31%)Vitamin C: 8mg (10%)Calcium: 165mg (17%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
