Ofe Okwuru : Okra Soup Recipe

Okra Soup, known as Ofe Okwuru in Igbo, has captured the hearts of many worldwide. Notably, this versatile soup caters to diverse tastes, whether you prefer it chunky or smooth. Moreover, its ease of preparation makes it a standout, requiring minimal cooking skills and budget-friendly ingredients.

Essential Ingredients for Ofe Okwuru Recipe

To create the simplest and most flavorful Okra Soup Recipe in Nigeria, gather these finest ingredients:

• 500g fresh Okro/Okra, washed and sliced
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• Palm oil
• 2 Yellow Scotch Bonnet Peppers (Nsukka pepper), finely chopped
• 3 Tbsp Ground Crayfish
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 Stock Cubes (4g each)
• 1/2kg fresh Titus (about 1 whole), washed and sliced
• 1 Large Smoked Mackerel (Titus), peeled, deboned, and chunked (optional)
• Some Chicken or Beef (optional)
• 1 ½ Cups Water

Step-by-Step Preparation of Ofe Okwuru

1. Combine water, onion, yellow scotch bonnet, crayfish, salt, stock cubes, and palm oil in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Next, add your protein (fresh mackerel slices, some chicken or beef), cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Subsequently, add Okro, simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to retain a slight crunch.
4. Stir in smoked mackerel chunks and cooked mackerel slices. Heat for 3 minutes.
5. Finally, serve hot with your preferred “swallow” or enjoy on its own.

Traditional Pairings

Elevate your Ofe Okwuru experience by serving it with:

• Pounded yams
• Eba
• Fufu
• Tuwo masara
• Wheat meal

Conclusion

By following this simple recipe, you’ll unlock the secrets of Ofe Okwuru. So, go ahead and try it!