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Ogbono Soup with Fufu

A rich, hearty Nigerian soup thickened with ground ogbono seeds, served with soft fufu balls. This comforting dish is perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
20g
Ogbono Soup with Fufu
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a pot, heat the 1/4 cup palm oil over medium heat. Add the 1/2 cup ground ogbono and stir continuously until it dissolves and turns slightly darker, about 3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add the 1 sliced onion and 1/2 pound beef (cut into bite-sized pieces) to the pot. Cook, stirring, until the onion is soft and the beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the 4 cups beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until the beef is tender, about 20 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in the 2 cups leafy greens and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until the greens are wilted and the soup is thickened, about 5 minutes. Adjust salt to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Serve the ogbono soup hot with the 2 cups fufu on the side. Use your fingers to pinch off pieces of fufu and dip into the soup.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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