Ogbono Soup with Okra Recipe – Nigerian Draw Soup
Ogbono Soup with Okra Recipe – Nigerian Draw Soup
Ogbono Soup with Okra Recipe
Hello besties! Today I’m serving Ogbono Soup with Okra—sizzling hot and packed with goodness. Trust me, I’ll always have your back when it comes to sharing the best Nigerian okra soup recipes.
This recipe is one of the easiest you’ll ever make. If you’ve been following this blog, you already know my recipes are beginner-friendly and simplified for all levels of cooking.
Without further ado, let’s dive into this deliciousness.
Why Ogbono Soup with Okra is Special
Ogbono soup and okra soup are two of the most popular Nigerian soups. Combining them creates a rich, flavorful, and slimy draw soup that both kids and adults love.
Some people call it okra and ogbono soup, while others say ogbono soup with okra—but whichever way you put it, the taste is irresistible.
You can also enjoy Ogbono in different variations, such as:
- Ogbono soup with uziza leaf
- Ogbono soup with bitter leaf
- Ogbono soup with egusi
- Ogbono soup with fresh fish
- Ogbono soup with goat meat
This makes Ogbono one of the most versatile Nigerian soups, and pairing it with okra takes it to another level.
Ingredients for Ogbono Soup with Okra Recipe
- ½ cup ground Ogbono
- 2 cups chopped Okra (Okro)
- 700g beef
- 300g cow skin (kpomo)
- 500g stockfish (you can mix with other fish)
- 1 cup crayfish (not ground)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2½ seasoning cubes
- 80ml palm oil
- Fresh pepper (to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 handfuls fresh Uziza leaves (shredded)
How to Cook Ogbono Soup with Okra – Step by Step
- Wash and cut the okra.
- Grind the ogbono seeds into powder.
- Wash and shred the uziza leaves.
- Put beef in a pot, add stockfish, onions, seasoning cubes, salt, and a little water. Cook for 5–7 minutes.
- Add cow skin (kpomo) and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add crayfish and pepper, then pour in more water to adjust the soup base.
- Mix ground ogbono with palm oil in a separate bowl. Add this mixture to the pot and stir well. Cook on medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring at intervals to prevent burning.
- Taste and adjust with salt or seasoning if necessary.
- Add chopped okra and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in shredded uziza leaves and allow to simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat—your Ogbono Soup with Okra is ready!
Serve hot with pounded yams, fufu, semo, eba, or your favorite Nigerian swallow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Okra and Ogbono Soup Recipe
Q1: Can I cook Ogbono soup without okra?
Yes! You can cook plain ogbono soup without okra. However, adding okra enhances the sliminess and makes the soup even more enjoyable.
Q2: What is the difference between Ogbono soup and Nigerian okra soup?
Ogbono soup is made from ground wild mango seeds, while okra soup is made from fresh okra pods. Combining both gives you the best of Nigerian draw soups.
Q3: What protein can I use for Ogbono soup with okra?
You can use beef, goat meat, stockfish, fresh fish, chicken, or assorted meat, depending on preference.
Q4: How do I make my Ogbono soup draw more?
To make ogbono soup with okra draw more, ensure you use enough ground ogbono and don’t overcook the okra.
Q5: What swallow goes best with Ogbono soup with okra?
Pounded yams, eba, fufu, semovita, and amala are perfect companions for this soup.
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