Pepper soup is a popular Nigerian soup. It is usually very spicy and is served as an appetizer in both official and informal gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 kg goat, catfish, chicken, or assorted meats
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 2–3 seasoning cubes
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger or garlic (optional)
- 4–6 cups water
- 2 tbsp pepper soup spice mix
- 1 tbsp ground crayfish
- 1 tsp ground pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup scent leaves or uziza leaves
Equipment
- Cooking pot
- Stirring spoon
- Kitchen knife
- Cutting board
- Bowls
Procedure
- Wash and cut the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Rub the meat well with the salt, seasoning cube, and ginger/garlic.
- Combine the meat and water in a pot, and simmer until tender.
- Stir in the pepper soup spice mix, ground crayfish, and ground pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Stir in the scent leaves, and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.