Afang Soup is a versatile and comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a quick weekday meal or a cozy weekend dinner. Making soup from scratch may seem intimidating at first, but with a few simple steps and basic ingredients, you can create a delicious and nutritious bowl of afang soup right in your own kitchen. Here’s a beginner’s guide to preparing afang soup:
Recipe: How to Cook Delicious Afang Soup
For a mouthwatering pot of Afang soup, gather these ingredients:
- 1kg of goat meat
- 0.5kg of stockfish
- 2 big African snails (optional)
- 1/2 tin cup of crayfish
- Seasoning cubes (preferably Knorr)
- Pepper, yellow pepper, and salt
- Small amount of beef (optional)
- Dry fish
- 250g of kpomo (cow skin)
- 1-2 bulbs of onions
- Periwinkle
- Water, as needed
- Water leaves and Afang leaves
Pre-cooking Steps:
Step 1: Wash the goat meat, beef, kpomo, and snail (with lime or potash). Soak the stockfish in salty hot water for a few minutes. Place the washed meats in a cooking pot.
Step 2: Wash and drain the water leaves and Afang leaves. Grind the sliced Afang leaves.
Step 3: Dice onions and some pepper in a separate bowl.
Important: Remember to wash your hands thoroughly before handling the food.
Cooking Instructions:
- Place the washed meats from Step 1 on low heat and cook until tender. Add enough water, diced onions, pepper, and salt. Once the meats are tender, add the washed stockfish and cook for another minute or two, ensuring there is enough stock water.
- Add palm oil and allow it to boil for two minutes.
- Stir in the diced water leaves and let them cook for about 3 minutes.
- Add other ingredients such as seasoning cubes, crayfish, and periwinkle. Allow it to boil before adding the Afang leaves. Taste the soup to adjust salt if necessary. Let it cook for about 3 more minutes, ensuring the leaves maintain their greenness.
- Your delicious Afang soup is now ready to be served!
Afang soup not only delights the palate but also offers medicinal benefits. It’s known for soothing sore throats, relieving nausea, and stimulating appetite. Packed with vitamins and essential amino acids, it also boasts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Give this recipe a try and enjoy its wholesome goodness!
