Paleo Bitterleaf Soup
Discover the vibrant and nourishing flavors of Paleo Bitterleaf Soup, a wholesome twist on the traditional West African delicacy. This hearty, nutrient-rich dish combines the earthy bitterness of fresh bitterleaf with tender chicken thighs, aromatic ginger, garlic, and a luscious base of red palm oil for an authentic yet diet-friendly experience. Enhanced with coconut aminos and a touch of crushed red pepper, this soup achieves a perfect balance of savory and spicy notes. Designed to be gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-compliant, it’s a comforting one-pot meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, Paleo Bitterleaf Soup is a satisfying way to savor global flavors while staying on track with your clean eating lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups bitterleaf
- 8 cups water
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup red palm oil
- 1 large onion
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 large bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the bitterleaf thoroughly under running water to reduce its natural bitterness. Soak it in a bowl of warm water for another 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add chicken thighs and boil for about 20 minutes until partially cooked. Remove the chicken, set aside, and reserve the chicken broth.
In a food processor, blend the onion, garlic cloves, bell pepper, and fresh ginger together until smooth.
Heat the red palm oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the blended mixture and sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
Add the partially cooked chicken thighs to the pot and season with sea salt, coconut aminos, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour in the reserved chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer for another 20 minutes.
Stir in the prepared bitterleaf and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Once the soup has thickened and the flavors have melded together beautifully, remove from heat.
Serve the Paleo Bitterleaf Soup hot as a complete meal, enjoying the depth of flavors it offers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.5 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.3 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 3608 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 186.3 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1338 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 5040 mg | 107% | |
*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.
