How To Cook Egusi: Step To Step

Egusi soup is a popular Nigerian soup made with ground melon seeds. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to cook Egusi soup:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Egusi (melon seeds)
• 1 kg assorted meat (beef, goat meat, cow skin)
• 2 cups chopped vegetables (spinach, pumpkin leaves, or bitter leaf)
• 1 cup palm oil
• 2 onions (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons ground crayfish
• 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers (chopped)
• Seasoning cubes
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Rinse and drain the assorted meat and season with salt, seasoning cubes, and chopped onions. Cook until tender.
2. While the meat is cooking, toast the egusi seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Allow to cool and then grind the seeds in a blender or food processor until it forms a smooth powder.
3. Heat the palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
4. Add the ground egusi to the pot and stir until well combined. Keep stirring for about 5-10 minutes to cook the egusi and prevent it from burning.
5. Add the cooked meat and enough water to cover the meat, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes.
6. Add the chopped vegetables, ground crayfish, chopped scotch bonnet peppers, and seasoning cubes. Stir to combine and allow to cook for another 10-15 minutes.
7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning to your liking. If it is too thick, you can add more water.
8. Serve hot with fufu, eba, or any other swallow of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious Egusi soup!