EWEDU SOUP - NIGERIAN SOUP

Ewedu soup, also known as jute leaves soup, is a thick, viscous Nigerian soup usually eaten with Nigerian stew and fufu dishes!

ingredients:

jute leaves

ground crayfish

pepper

salt

iru (fermented locust beans)

bouillon

1

Let the frozen leaves defrost a bit. Place them in a blender, add a cup of water, and blend till smooth.

2

Pour the blended jute leaves into a pot and bring it to a boil.

3

Add the spices - ground crayfish, bouillon (or maggi cubes), cayenne pepper, salt and iru (fermented locust beans).

4

Simmer for 2-3 minutes, and enjoy!