When she left Nigeria in 2004, egusi seeds — also called agushi, egunsi or egwusi — and most other West African ingredients were harder to come by outside the continent.

Discover the rich, savory flavors of Nigeria with this mouthwatering Egusi Soup recipe enhanced with Okazi leaves. This ...

Egusi Soup. Ingredients. Ground Egusi – or whole Egusi. 1/4 – 1/2 red onion. Palm oil. Beef Stock. Crayfish. Smoked fish. Stockfish. Fresh pepper. Assorted Meat. Your choice of chopped leafy ...

Egusi soup, a soup prepared with grounded melon (citrullus colocynthis) is a must in almost every home in Nigeria. It is a delicacy Nigerians love to offer visitors because of the rich ingredients ...

If you cannot find the ingredients to cook Egusi Soup where you live, Groundnut Soup is a great alternative. I must tell you that it has some sweetness that takes a bit of getting used to if you ...

Pounded Yam Served with Egusi Soup (Getty Images/Osarieme Eweka)--Shares. Facebook. Twitter. Reddit ... Here's my recipe. Salt-free egusi. Yields. 08 servings. Prep Time. 15 minutes. Cook Time. 01 ...

Egusi is a type of melon that is commonly used in West African cuisine. The seeds are edible and are often ground into a paste or powder and used as a base for soups, stews and sauces.