Egusi Soup Recipe
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Egusi Soup

By: Karena 
"This soup is native to West Africa (Nigeria) and many of my American as well as Nigerian friends have enjoyed it. It is a great soup for those who like to try something different every once in a while. Ground Egusi seeds give this soup a unique color and flavor. If you can't find Egusi seeds, you can substitute pumpkin seeds. Any combination of crab, shrimp and smoked fish can be used in place of the shrimp. Drained, smoked oysters and chicken can be used in place of the beef."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (27)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 20 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 1/2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
  • 1/2 cup peanut oil
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 habanero peppers, seeded and minced
  • 18 ounces tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and chopped

Directions

  1. Place pumpkin seeds in a blender and blend for 30 to 40 seconds or until mixture is a powdery paste. Set aside.
  2. Wash beef and cut into bite-size cubes. Season with salt. In large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Add beef and saute for 3 to 5 minutes or until brown but not cooked through.
  3. Place tomatoes, onions, and pepper in a blender and blend for about 30 seconds or until smooth. Add tomato mixture to meat, reduce heat to medium-low, and cover. Cook for 40 to 50 minutes or until meat is tender.
  4. Add tomato sauce, water, and shrimp and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add spinach and ground pumpkin seeds and continue to simmer 10 minutes more.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 758 | Total Fat: 51g | Cholesterol: 306mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2006 by Simi   view full review
this is my favourite soup ever, as i am nigerian...you need to try this! absolutely delicious!
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2008 by tamunobelema   view full review
This recipe is AUTHENTIC, Egusi is eatten all over West Africa, this is the Nigerian version.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2003 by ZENSUNNI   view full review
Incredible!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 6, 2007 by Georgia Belle   view full review
Call me crazy but collard greens work better than spinach with this recipe. This was GREAT. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2003 by crystal   view full review
This recipe really satisfies my craving for diversness in cuisine. It tastes simply wonderful...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2003 by HUGUENOT   view full review
It's a very nice soup if you're entertaining a number of people. It's unique, filled with all...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2003 by RBOURGUI   view full review
Delicious. I cut the on-line recipe in half and it worked just as well. I also used chicken...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by SKINNYPIG   view full review
The spinach can be replaced by any type of green leafy vegetable, we especially liked this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2005 by Forgemaster   view full review
The use of pumkin seeds can be a useful substitute if Melon Seeds are not available, enabling...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2003 by Jerrol   view full review
Flavor and texture was surprisingly delicious. Got an ovation from my guests!

 

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