5-ingredient Nigerian-inspired okra soup
"A hearty and flavorful soup based on one of the easier, more recognizable dishes of the Nigerian kitchen, this 5-ingredient take on okra soup (sometimes known as okro soup or obe ila) is simple but still incredibly satisfying. If you’re not familiar with okra, just know that the sticky substance it releases as you chop it is totally normal!"
Difficulty
Easy 👌Preparation
Baking
Resting
Ingredients
Utensils
cutting board, 2 knives, large pot, pot, slotted spoon, large bowl, food processor
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Nutrition per serving
Step 1/4
- 250 g okra
- 250 g rump steaks
- 2 onions
- 2 chilis
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- salt
- pepper
- cutting board
- knife
- large pot
Trim the ends of from the okra and slice into rings. Cut the rump steak into large cubes. Peel and roughly chop the onions and chili peppers. Add olive oil, beef, chili peppers, a quarter of the onions, and a quarter of the okra to a large pot. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté over medium-high heat for approx. 10 min.
Step 2/4
- 3 tomatoes
- pot
- knife
- slotted spoon
- large bowl
Meanwhile, fill another pot with water and set it over high heat. Cut a cross into the bottom of each tomato and blanch for approx. 20 sec. Use a slotted spoon to transfer blanched tomatoes to a large bowl filled with cold water.
Step 3/4
- ¾ l water
- food processor
Peel the tomatoes, discarding the skin, and transfer to a food processor. Blend with the remaining onions until smooth. Add tomato-onion purée to the pot with beef, and add water. Bring to a boil then lower heat, cover, and let simmer for approx. 45 min., or until beef is completely tender.
Step 4/4
Add the remaining okra and simmer for another 10 min., uncovered. Serve hot and enjoy!
Enjoy your meal!
