Paleo Ewedu Soup
Discover the vibrant flavors of **Paleo Ewedu Soup**, a nutrient-rich twist on the traditional Nigerian delicacy. This wholesome soup highlights fresh jute leaves (ewedu), blended to perfection for a silky texture, and is seasoned with smoky ground crayfish, umami-packed locust bean (iru), and a touch of sea salt. Ready in under 30 minutes, this paleo-friendly recipe uses bicarbonate of soda to preserve the vivid green hue of the leaves while softening them for easy blending. Perfect as a side dish, it pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or grain-free meals for a clean, paleo-inspired dining experience. Packed with flavor and brimming with health benefits, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh jute leaves (ewedu)
- 500 ml cold water
- 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 1 tablespoon ground crayfish
- 1 tablespoon ground locust bean (iru)
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Begin by removing the jute leaves from their stems. Discard the stems and rinse the leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.
In a large pot, bring 500 ml of cold water to a boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add the cleaned jute leaves into the pot.
Add 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to the pot. This helps to break down the leaves quickly and keeps the soup vibrant and green.
Using a traditional broom whisk or an immersion blender, gently blend and stir the leaves in the pot until they are smooth and there are no large pieces visible.
Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes to cook through.
Add 1 tablespoon of ground crayfish and 1 tablespoon of ground locust bean (iru) to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Season the soup with 0.5 teaspoon of sea salt and adjust according to taste.
Let the soup simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve the Paleo Ewedu Soup hot as a side dish with your choice of paleo-friendly proteins or meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 2617 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 971 mg | 21% | |
*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.
