Okra Ekwang (okra And Prawn Soup)
Okra Ekwang is a traditional Cameroonian dish that combines the unique flavors of okra and prawns in a delicious soup. This recipe is a perfect representation of the rich and diverse cuisine of Cameroon.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of chopped okra
- 1 pound of prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup of crayfish
- 1/4 cup of palm oil
- 2 cups of vegetable or fish stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the palm oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the crayfish and prawns, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the stock and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chopped okra and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Chopping board Knife Wooden spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Okra Ekwang is best served with a side of boiled plantains or rice.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add some chopped scotch bonnet peppers to the soup.
Cost
$15