Nigerian Oha Soup with Seafood & Beef
Aromatic Nigerian soup made with oha leaves, stockfish, shrimp, and beef in a rich palm oil broth. A traditional comfort dish that's deeply savory and utterly satisfying.
- Total time
- 55 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak stockfish in hot water for 10 minutes, then pick through to remove any bones and debris.
Step 2
Cut beef into 1-inch cubes. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Add chopped onion and stir for 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Step 5
Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Pour in stock, then add stockfish pieces and ground crayfish. Bring to boil.
Step 7
Lower heat to low and simmer covered for 25 minutes until beef is tender.
Step 8
Add shrimp and oha leaves, stirring gently. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Shrimp should be pink and oha leaves wilted.
Step 10
Serve hot in bowls with the broth, meat, seafood, and greens together.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid (5-quart)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
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