THE IMMUNE BOOSTING MEDICINAL SOUP RECIPE FROM WEST AFRICA

Inspired by the Nigerian Pepper soup recipe is this immune boosting, medicinal soup to help you combat any flu symptoms. Aptly named ‘Pepper soup’, it is a spicy soup that guarantees one a sweat you after enjoying a bowl. 

You can reduce the amount of chilli to your personal preference. 

Traditionally the Pepper soup spice mix is made using a blend of Grains of Selim, Alligator peppers and African Nutmeg, which are readily available in most African grocers.

For this recipe I’ve included Ginger, Garlic and Prekese (Tetrapleura

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tetraptera) as they contain great anti oxidants.

DISCLAIMER:

Even though the ingredients used are all natural products please seek medical advice if you currently taking medications for a pre existing condition. 

INGREDIENTS 

10 African nutmeg pods

10 Grains of Selim (Etso/Hwentia) with seeds removed

1 tablespoonful of Alligator pepper 

1.5kg of Goat meat/Lamb/Pork/Beef/Fish/Chicken

2 litres of Water 

3 tablespoonfuls of powdered dried Herrings or Crayfish

1 large Onion

50g of Ginger

6 cloves of Garlic 

1 Habanero chilli

1 tablespoon of Red Chilli powder

250g of Shitaake Mushrooms or any Mushroom of your choosing 

10 large Basil leaves (Scent leaves)

Salt to taste

METHOD 

Watch how to prepare this amazing soup below;

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