Jute Leaf Soup (ewedu Soup Explosion)
Jute Leaf Soup, also known as Ewedu Soup, is a popular Nigerian dish that is both nutritious and delicious. This soup is a staple in many Nigerian households and is often enjoyed with fufu or pounded yam.
Ingredients
- 2 cups jute leaves (ewedu)
- 1 teaspoon ground crayfish
- 1 teaspoon locust beans (iru)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the jute leaves thoroughly and place them in a pot.
- Add the chopped onion, ground crayfish, locust beans, and water to the pot.
- Place the pot on the stovetop over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Using a hand blender, blend the mixture until smooth.
- Add salt to taste and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with fufu or pounded yam.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Pot Hand blender
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Jute Leaf Soup hot with a side of fufu or pounded yam for a traditional Nigerian meal.
Tips & tricks
Be sure to wash the jute leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris before using them in the soup.
Cost
$5