Bitter Leaf Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash the bitter leaf thoroughly to remove the bitterness.
• STEP 2.Boil the assorted meats until tender and set aside.
• STEP 3.In a pot, heat palm oil and sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add the boiled meats, stock, and seasonings to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
• STEP 5.Add the washed bitter leaf and cook for another 5 minutes.
• STEP 6.Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot with pounded yam or fufu.

Cooking Tips

• To reduce the bitterness of the leaves, you can soak them in water for a few hours before cooking.
• You can use a combination of meats like beef, goat meat, and cow tripe for a more flavorful soup.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like pumpkin leaves or spinach for added nutrition and color.

Storage and Serving

• Bitter Leaf Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the soup on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the soup hot with pounded yam, fufu, or your choice of swallow.