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Introduction
White soup is a traditional Nigerian dish that is popularly served during special occasions. It is a creamy soup made with a blend of spices, vegetables, and protein sources. In this recipe, we will be using chicken as our protein source. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in, and it is easy to make.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
1 whole chicken (cut into pieces)
1 cup of sliced yam
1 cup of sliced plantains
1 cup of sliced cocoyam
1 cup of sliced carrots
1 cup of sliced onions
1 cup of sliced bell peppers
1 cup of sliced scotch bonnet peppers
2 cups of chicken broth
1 cup of coconut milk
1 tablespoon of ground crayfish
1 tablespoon of ground uziza
2 seasoning cubes
1 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions
Follow these steps to make the perfect white soup:
Wash and season the chicken with salt, seasoning cubes, and uziza. Let it marinate for about 30 minutes.
Add the seasoned chicken to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes or until it is no longer pink.
Add the sliced yam, plantains, cocoyam, and carrots to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and let it cook for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
Add the coconut milk, ground crayfish, and salt to the pot. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Your white soup is ready to be served! Enjoy with your favorite swallow or rice.
Nutrition
This white soup recipe is packed full of nutrients. Here is a breakdown of the nutritional value per serving:
Calories: 450
Protein: 35g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 1200mg
Conclusion
White soup is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. It is easy to make and can be served with your favorite swallow or rice. Try this recipe out and let us know what you think!