Egusi Soup

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 12
Delicious Egusi Soup recipe with Beef and Shrimps
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Prep

45 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1 1/2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
1/2 cup peanut oil
2 large tomatoes , chopped
1 small onion , chopped
2 habanero peppers , seeded and minced
18 ounces tomato sauce
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
2 pounds fresh shrimp , peeled and deveined
1 pound fresh spinach , washed and chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
420
Sugar
4g
Fat
29g
Egusi soup is a popular dish in Nigeria and parts of West Africa, made with special seeds called egusi seeds, which have a unique nutty flavor. The seeds are often ground into a powder and used as a thickening agent for the soup. This soup is rich, hearty, and full of flavor, thanks to the combination of beef, shrimp, and spinach. The dish is usually served with fufu, a starchy dough made from cassava, yams, or plantains, but it can be enjoyed with rice or crusty bread too.

Instructions

1.Grind the pumpkin seeds into a powder in a blender.
2.In a large pot, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.
3.Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides; remove from the pot and set aside.
4.In the same pot, sauté the onions, tomatoes, and habanero peppers until softened.
5.Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, pumpkin seed powder, and water; stir well and bring to a simmer.
6.Add the browned beef, cover the pot, and let simmer for 30 minutes.
7.Add the shrimp and spinach to the pot, cover, and let cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.

PROS

This soup is packed with proteins and nutrients from beef, shrimp, and spinach.

Egusi seeds are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and minerals.

This soup can be a great way to introduce egusi seeds into your diet.

CONS

This soup may be too spicy for some people.

The preparation of pumpkin seeds and the stew meat may take some time and effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Egusi seeds contain healthy fats, fiber, and minerals like magnesium, zinc, and potassium.
Beef and shrimp are excellent sources of protein and essential nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12.
Spinach is high in antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and folate.
This soup can improve your immune system, promote good digestion, and help in reducing inflammation.

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