Egusi soup (Obe egusi) [Yoruba] from Hibiscus: Discover Fresh Flavours from West Africa with the Observer Rising Star of Food (page 18) by Lopè Ariyo

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Accompaniments: Okele - amala isu; Spinach and lamb stew (Efo riro) [Yoruba]

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  • Eat Your Books

    Can substitute coconut oil or groundnut oil for palm oil, ground almonds for egusi seed powder, and shrimp paste for coconut aminos.

  • Ro_ on October 25, 2024

    While making this, I realised that there's hardly any liquid (150ml per person) which for a soup seemed like very meagre portions. I ended up added a lot more liquid and spices than stated. This was my first time eating egusi soup, and the flavour was very interesting and savoury, but I'm not sure I loved it enough to make again. I'd be interested to try an authentic version cooked by someone who knows what they're doing to compare.

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