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Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup

A rich and savory West African melon seed soup paired with smooth, stretchy pounded yam dough. It features tender beef and leafy spinach cooked in a spicy pepper base.

65 minMediumServes 4620 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups poundo yam flour
  • 5 cups water
  • 1.5 cups ground egusi seeds
  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • 1/3 cup red palm oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, blended
  • 1 habanero pepper, blended
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a pot, cook 1 lb cubed beef stew meat with half of 1 chopped yellow onion and 2 cups beef broth for 25 minutes until the beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.

  2. 2

    Heat 1/3 cup red palm oil in a pot over medium heat, then saute remaining 1 chopped yellow onion for 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 1 blended red bell pepper and 1 blended habanero pepper, simmering for 5 minutes until reduced.

  4. 4

    Mix 1.5 cups ground egusi seeds with a splash of water to form a paste, stir into the pot, and cook for 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add cooked 1 lb cubed beef stew meat, 2 cups beef broth, and 3 cups chopped fresh spinach, simmering for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Boil 5 cups water in a separate pot, gradually whisk in 2 cups poundo yam flour, and stir until smooth.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (25 minutes): "In a pot, cook 1 lb cubed beef stew meat with half of 1 chopped yellow onion and 2 cups beef broth for 25 minutes until the beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F."

What internal temperature should Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup reach?

For Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup spicy?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup comes from 1 habanero pepper, blended. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the habanero, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How much protein is in Poundo Yam and Egusi Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 38 g of protein in about 620 calories, alongside 48 g carbohydrate and 30 g fat, plus 6 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

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