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Banga Soup

Palm nut soup.

70 minutes
Serves 4
Main

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dilute the Extract: Empty the canned palm nut extract into a large pot. Add 2 cups of warm water to dilute it to a soup-like consistency.

  2. 2

    Boil the Base: Add the chopped onions and blended scotch bonnet. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil and let it cook for 15-20 minutes until it thickens slightly and red oil begins to pool on the surface.

  3. 3

    Spice the Soup: Stir in the ground crayfish, crushed Beletete leaves, and the banga spice (oburunbebe stick). Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the earthy spices to infuse.

  4. 4

    Add the Fish: Gently place the cleaned fresh catfish (or pre-cooked meat) into the boiling soup. Reduce heat to low immediately to prevent the fish from breaking apart.

  5. 5

    Final Simmer: Simmer gently for 15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the soup has reached a rich, thick consistency with a distinctive red oil layer on top.

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