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Efo Elegusi Recipe

Looking to elevate your cooking skills with a traditional Yoruba-style vegetable soup? Try this delicious Efo Elegusi recipe that combines the richness of Egusi with a variety of fresh green vegetables for a flavorful and nutritious dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Nigerian
Servings: 0
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Egusi ground melon seeds
  • 3 cups chopped spinach
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1 cup chopped ugwu fluted pumpkin
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 2 bell peppers diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground crayfish
  • 1 teaspoon dried pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup palm oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
  • Stir in the ground crayfish, dried pepper flakes, and Egusi. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chopped spinach, kale, and ugwu to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Serve the Efo Elegusi hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the vegetable selection based on your preference.
  • You can add cooked meat or fish for extra protein.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g
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