Whole30 Edikaikang Soup
Experience a vibrant twist on traditional Nigerian cuisine with this Whole30 Edikaikang Soup, a hearty and flavorful dish designed to suit your clean-eating goals without compromising on authentic taste. Packed with nutrient-rich spinach and ugu (pumpkin leaves) or kale, tender chunks of beef and goat meat, and the unique depth of flavor from ground crayfish and Whole30-compliant fish sauce, this soup is a celebration of bold, wholesome ingredients. Its rich, peppery broth, infused with palm oil and aromatic spices, creates a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or meal prep alike. Ready in just over an hour, this nutrient-dense soup serves up a taste of West African tradition while adhering to your health-conscious lifestyle. Make it your next go-to recipe for delicious, guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams spinach leaves
- 250 grams ugu (pumpkin) leaves or kale (substitute if not available)
- 500 grams beef, diced
- 300 grams goat meat, diced
- 120 ml palm oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons crayfish, ground
- 2 tablespoons Whole30 compliant fish sauce
- 500 ml water
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 whole fresh chili pepper, optional
Instructions
Wash and chop the spinach and ugu leaves or kale, and set them aside.
In a large pot, add the diced beef and goat meat. Pour in enough water to cover the meats, about 500 ml. Add chopped onions and sea salt.
Cover the pot and cook on medium heat until the meats are tender, about 40 minutes. Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning.
Once the meat is cooked, add the palm oil, ground crayfish, fish sauce, and pepper. If using, add the fresh chili pepper.
Stir the mixture thoroughly. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Gently add the chopped ugu leaves or kale, and stir them into the soup. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the vegetables are still vibrant and crisp.
Finally, add the chopped spinach, stirring everything together. Let it cook for 2-3 more minutes until the spinach wilts slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with Whole30 compliant sides of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.4 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.7 g | 488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 6217 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 215.2 g | 430% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1068 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 43.1 mg | 239% | |
| Potassium | 7017 mg | 149% | |
*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.
