Low Fat Edikaikang Soup
Discover the lighter side of a Nigerian classic with this Low Fat Edikaikang Soup, a wholesome twist on the beloved dish from the Cross River region. Packed with vibrant waterleaf and pumpkin leaves (Ugu), paired with lean beef, succulent shrimp, and smoky dry fish, this soup delivers bold, earthy flavors with a nutritious profile. A touch of palm oil and aromatic Scotch bonnet peppers bring depth and spice without overcrowding your diet goals. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this recipe balances tradition and wellness in just 55 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve with fufu, pounded yam, or rice to enjoy a hearty, low-fat meal bursting with authentic Nigerian flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Waterleaf
- 250 grams Pumpkin leaves (Ugu)
- 500 grams Lean beef, cut into cubes
- 100 grams Dry fish, cleaned and broken into pieces
- 150 grams Shrimps
- 2 tablespoons Crayfish, ground
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Palm oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cubes Seasoning cubes (low sodium)
- 2 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
- 500 ml Water
Instructions
Rinse the waterleaf and pumpkin leaves (Ugu) thoroughly. Chop them separately and set aside.
In a large pot, add the cubed lean beef and half of the chopped onion. Add 250 ml of water and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes or until the beef is tender.
Add the dry fish and shrimps to the pot. Stir in the ground crayfish, seasoning cubes, salt, and chopped Scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 250 ml of water to the pot. Stir in the chopped waterleaf and allow it to cook for about 3 minutes.
Add the chopped pumpkin leaves (Ugu) and the remaining chopped onion. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Add the palm oil to the mixture, stirring constantly. Allow the soup to simmer for 5 more minutes to blend the flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Once the greens are tender but still vibrant, remove the soup from heat. Serve hot with your choice of swallow (like fufu or pounded yam) or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.9 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 880 mg | 293% | |
| Sodium | 4982 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 250.2 g | 500% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 3188 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
