How to cook Okra Soup

Ingredients:

1 Fresh okra
1 Meat (chicken, beef, or goat)
Palm oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2-3 cloves of garlic, minced Optional
2-3 scotch bonnet peppers or habaneros (adjust to your spice preference)
2-3 cups water or broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fish or shrimp (for added flavor)
Optional: leafy vegetables like spinach,kale, pumpkin/ ugu leave etc
Instructions:

Wash and chop the okra into small rounds or slice it thinly. You can also choose to blend it for a smoother consistency.

Season the meat with salt, pepper, and your choice of spices. In a large pot, heat the palm oil and add the chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until they become fragrant.

Add the seasoned meat and brown it on all sides.

Add the chopped scotch bonnet peppers or habaneros (adjust the quantity to your preferred spice level) and continue to sauté for a few more minutes.

Pour in the water or broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer until the meat is tender (this can take about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the type of meat).

Once the meat is tender, add the chopped or blended okra to the pot. Stir well and let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the okra is cooked and slightly slimy.

If you're using fish or shrimp, you can add them at this point and cook until they're done.

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add leafy vegetables at this stage for extra nutrition and color.

Simmer for a few more minutes until everything is heated through.

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes.

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Assorted meat pepper soup is a delicious Nigerian dish. Here's a basic recipe to prepare it:

Ingredients:
- Assorted meats (beef, tripe, liver, kidney, etc.)
- 1-2 liters of water
- 2-3 tablespoons of pepper soup spice mix
- 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, minced
- 2-3 tablespoons of ground crayfish
- Salt to taste
- Fresh herbs (e.g., scent leaves or basil) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Wash and clean the assorted meats thoroughly. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.

2. In a large pot, add the assorted meats and enough water to cover them. Bring it to a boil and simmer for about 10-15 minutes to partially cook the meats. Skim off any foam that rises to the top.

3. While the meat is simmering, blend the scotch bonnet peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.

4. Add the pepper soup spice mix, blended pepper mixture, and ground crayfish to the pot. Stir well to combine.

5. Let the soup simmer on medium heat for another 15-20 minutes or until the meats are tender and cooked through. Add more water if needed to achieve your desired soup consistency.

6. Season with salt to taste. Adjust the spiciness by adding more pepper if desired.

7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs like scent leaves or basil. It's often enjoyed with a side of boiled yam, plantains, or rice.

Enjoy your homemade assorted meat pepper soup! Adjust the ingredients and spice levels to suit your taste preferences.

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