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Pepper soup

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Pepper soup is a delicious and spicy broth-based soup popular in many African countries, especially in West Africa. It typically contains a variety of ingredients such as meat (often goat meat, chicken, or fish), spices like chili peppers, onions, garlic, and other seasonings. It's known for its rich flavor and warming effect.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: African
Calories: 181
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb goat meat chicken, or fish (cut into pieces)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers (chopped, adjust to your spice preference)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1- inch piece ginger (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground crayfish (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 cups water or broth
  • fresh cilantro chopped or parsley for garnish
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Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine the meat, onions, peppers, garlic, ginger, crayfish, cayenne pepper, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add water or broth to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1-2 hours until the meat is tender.
  4. Adjust seasoning to taste and add more water if needed.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley.
  6. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 26gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 86mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 273IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 3mg

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