Ogbono Soup in Lagos

Description

Ogbono Soup gets its unique, slightly viscous texture from ground ogbono (wild mango) seeds and is traditionally cooked with assorted meats, stockfish, crayfish, and seasonings. We prepare it to the right consistency and flavor so each spoonful is rich, nutty, and deeply satisfying.

Perfect with pounded yam, eba, or fufu, Ogbono Soup makes a filling meal for family dinners and special occasions. Freshly made and delivered hot to homes across Lagos.

Key Ingredients in Nigerian Ogbono Soup

The star ingredient is, of course, ogbono seeds, which are ground into a fine powder and used as the thickener. Other important ingredients include:

• Palm oil (for color and flavor)
• Assorted meats (goat meat, beef, shaki, kpomo)
• Stock fish and dry fish (for that deep traditional taste)
• Crayfish (for extra savoriness)
• Seasoning cubes, pepper, and salt (to taste)
• Optional leafy greens like ugu or bitter leaf

This combination creates a unique soup that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.

What Does Ogbono Soup Taste Like?

Ogbono Soup has a rich, earthy, and nutty flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. The draw-like texture makes it easy to scoop with swallows like garri, pounded yam, amala, or semovita. Every bite is a burst of flavor—the smoky taste of stockfish, the savory richness of crayfish, and the tenderness of assorted meats all blending perfectly with the ogbono base.