Nigerian Pepper Soup

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of Nigerian Pepper Soup, a beloved West African dish known for its rich, aromatic blend of spices and hearty ingredients. This vibrant soup features tender goat meat, fresh fish like catfish or tilapia, and an irresistible pepper soup spice mix, creating a warming, savory broth that’s bursting with flavor. Infused with the heat of scotch bonnet peppers, the earthiness of crayfish, and the aromatic notes of fresh herbs like scent leaves or basil, this dish is the perfect balance of spice and comfort. Ready in just over an hour, this gluten-free soup is ideal for a cozy meal or a dinner party centerpiece. Serve it steaming hot on its own, or pair it with rice or boiled plantains for a complete, soul-satisfying feast. Perfect for spice lovers and anyone craving authentic Nigerian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Goat meat
• 0.5 pounds Fresh fish (catfish or tilapia)
• 2 tablespoons Pepper soup spice mix
• 2 Fresh chili peppers (scotch bonnet or habanero)
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 tablespoon Ground crayfish
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 6 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Bouillon cubes
• 1 bunch Scent leaves (or basil)
• 1 Lime (optional, for cleaning the fish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and wash the goat meat thoroughly, and place it in a large pot.

Step 2

If using fresh fish, clean it with lime or salt to remove any slime. Cut the fish into pieces and set aside in a bowl.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, and ground crayfish to the pot with the goat meat.

Step 4

Add the water to the pot and season with salt, bouillon cubes, and pepper soup spice mix.

Step 5

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for about 40 minutes or until the goat meat starts to become tender.

Step 6

Meanwhile, chop the chili peppers and add them to the pot.

Step 7

After 40 minutes, add the fish pieces to the pot and let it cook for another 15 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Roughly chop the scent leaves or basil and add them to the soup. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 10

Once the goat meat and fish are cooked to your desired tenderness, remove the soup from heat.

Step 11

Serve the pepper soup hot, either on its own or with a side dish like rice or boiled plantains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2697.8 grams (2697.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1455

Total Fat 37.50g	48%
Saturated Fat 9.40g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 752mg	251%
Sodium 4867mg	212%
Total Carbohydrate 40.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 9.50g
Protein 232.90g	466%

Vitamin D 1134IU	5670%
Calcium 412mg	32%
Iron 31mg	172%
Potassium 4490mg	96%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 65.1%

Carbs: 11.4%