🍲 Ewedu Soup

Description

Ewedu 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 and Abuja when you complete your order before 11am.

Nutritional Benefits of Amala and Ewedu

This beloved Nigerian food is not just tasty – it’s highly nutritious too:

• Amala (Yam Flour): Rich in fiber, easy to digest, and a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Ewedu Soup (Jute Leaves): Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as calcium and potassium, making it great for immunity, healthy skin, and strong bones.
• Protein Options: Often paired with beef, goat meat, fish, or assorted meats, providing protein for muscle health and body repair.

Together, Amala and Ewedu make a balanced meal – filling, nourishing, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients That Make It Special

To prepare this Nigerian delicacy, you’ll need:

• Amala: Yam flour (elubo).
• Ewedu Soup: Fresh jute leaves, potash (or kaun), locust beans (iru), and seasoning cubes.
• Optional Add-ons: Gbegiri soup, assorted meats, beef, goat meat, fish, and palm oil.

The combination of these ingredients creates a meal that is light yet hearty, flavorful yet easy to eat – perfect for both lunch and dinner.