Owerri Soup With Assorted Meat (ofe Owerri)

Owerri Soup with Assorted Meat, also known as Ofe Owerri, is a traditional Nigerian soup that originates from the Benin Cuisine. This hearty and flavorful soup is made with a variety of meats and an assortment of vegetables, creating a delicious and satisfying dish.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Benin Nigerian Cuisine Traditional Recipe Assorted Meat Ofe Owerri
Owerri Soup With Assorted Meat (ofe Owerri)

Ingredients

  • Assorted meats (beef, tripe, cow foot, and/or goat meat)
  • Palm oil
  • Assorted vegetables (ugu leaves, water leaves, spinach, and/or pumpkin leaves)
  • Stockfish
  • Dry fish
  • Ground crayfish
  • Scotch bonnet peppers
  • Onions
  • Seasoning cubes
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the assorted meats by cleaning and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the assorted meats to the pot and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the ground crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt, and chopped scotch bonnet peppers.
  5. Pour in the stockfish and dry fish, then add water to cover the meats and simmer for 1 hour.
  6. Add the assorted vegetables to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot with your choice of swallow or rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Stove Measuring cups Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Owerri Soup with Assorted Meat is best served hot with fufu, pounded yam, or rice.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a small amount of ogiri (fermented locust beans) to the soup.

Cost

$25