How to make Nigerian okra soup
Cook a rich okra soup with assorted meat, fish, prawns and a pepper-and-crayfish base.
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Steps
Tap a number when you finish a stepBlend about one third of the okra and chop the rest. Clean the fish and prawns, then keep them aside.
Cook the tougher meats and stockfish first. Add the softer meats later so everything becomes tender without falling apart. Save the cooking stock.
Remove the cooked meat. Bring the stock and palm oil to a boil for about 6 to 8 minutes.
Add the blended peppers, iru, crayfish and chopped peppers. Cook for about 3 minutes.
Stir in the blended okra, then return the meat and fish to the pot.
Add the chopped okra and fresh prawns. Cook for about 5 minutes, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
Watch out
- Add delicate fish near the end and stir gently so it does not break apart.
- Check that the meat and prawns are fully cooked before serving.
Tips
- Blending some of the okra helps the soup draw while the chopped okra keeps its texture.
- Serve with your preferred swallow.
Local variations
- Palm oil can be reduced or left out, and leafy vegetables can be added near the end.
Sources1
- Sisi Jemimah — Nigerian Okra Soup: https://sisijemimah.com/2015/10/30/nigerian-okra-soup/ (checked 29 September 2026)
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