Ingredients for African Okra Soup
- 1 lb okra pods
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 lime
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons bacon grease
- 1 large onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
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How to Make African Okra Soup
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pot.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the tomatoes, vegetable broth, okra, corn, and seasoning (salt, pepper, cayenne pepper).
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the okra is tender.
- Stir in spinach and simmer for another 5 minutes, or until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with the reserved crispy bacon and a squeeze of lime juice (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
20g
Fat
9g
Carbs
7g
