Egusi Soup (adapted from “African Bites”)

• 1 lb. smoked turkey (or beef or combination)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp pepper

• 1/ 2 medium onion, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1/2 cup palm oil, or any cooking oil

• 1 cup ground egusi seeds

• 1/3 cup ground crayfish

• 2-3 cups spinach (frozen spinach is ok)

• 2-3 Maggi seasoning cubes

Directions:

1. In medium-sized saucepan boil meat with about 6 cups of water seasoned with salt, paprika, pepper, and some onion quartered. Boil with lid for 15-20 minutes until onions are tender.

2. Remove the meat and onions and reserve the stock.

3. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté the onion until it is translucent, about 5 minutes.

4. Add meat, crayfish and continue cooking. Stir in the peppers and garlic. Add 1-2 cups of the stock. Bring to a boil and simmer for another 5 minutes.

5. Then add ground egusi and keep simmering on medium-heat approximately 10 minutes. Add more stock to desired consistency or when simmering to prevent any burns.

6. Throw in the spinach and let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes. Add in maggi cubes and more seasonings, if desired.

7. Serve warm with Fufu and enjoy! :)