Description
A traditional African pepper soup, rich in flavor and warmth, perfect for comforting gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb tender meat (chicken or beef)
- 4 cups broth (chicken or beef)
- 2–3 spicy peppers (Scotch bonnet or habanero)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Heat your base. Begin by heating a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté these aromatics until fragrant.
- Brown the meat. Introduce the tender meat to the pot, browning it on all sides.
- Pour in the broth. Add the broth, allowing it to envelop the browned meat. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.
- Add the spice. Stir in the spicy peppers, along with thyme, then season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and simmer. Put a lid on the pot and allow it to simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Taste and adjust. After simmering, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Serve with love. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Make-ahead and customize the spice level to suit your taste. Avoid overcooking the meat for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg