Okro Soup is a popular Nigerian dish known for its rich and flavorful taste. Made with fresh okra, assorted meats, and a blend of peppers and spices, this soup is a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. The combination of the slimy texture of the okra and the hearty meats creates a satisfying and comforting dish.

Ingredients

  • 800 g Fresh Okro ( cut up in thin rings by hand or with a food processor.)
  • 2 Medium Onions
  • 2 Large red bell peppers
  • 2 habaneros or Jamaican hot peppers
  • ½ cup crayfish
  • 6 Tbsp or 50g ground Ogbono
  • Bouillon powder/ salt to taste

Precooked assorted meats

  • 600 g meat (goat, lamb, or any other meat)
  • 700 g smoked turkey
  • 300 g stockfish

Instructions

1. Blend the bell peppers, onions and habanero peppers transfer to a pot, then add about 5 cups of water or meat stock and bring to a boil.
2. Add the crayfish, bouillon powder and ground Ogbono to the pot and stir. Cook for about 5 mins.
3. Add the precooked meats and stir. Bring to a simmer. Stir continuously to prevent burning. If the soup is too thick, add more water to lighten it to the consistency you want. Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
4. When the soup has come to a full boil, lower heat, add in the chopped okro. Stir in till well combined. Turn off heat immediately.