Ogbono Soup with Eba and Fruit Juice

Name: Ogbono Soup with Eba and Fruit Juice
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup ground ogbono seeds; ½ cup palm oil; 2–3 cups meat stock (beef); Assorted meats; Stockfish or dried fish; 2 tbsp ground crayfish; 1–2 seasoning cubes; Fresh or dried pepper; Leafy vegetables (spinach); Salt (to taste)

Ogbono soup is a traditional Nigerian delicacy known for its rich, smooth, and slightly stretchy (“draw”) texture. It is made from ground ogbono seeds (wild mango seeds), which thicken the soup naturally and give it a unique, silky consistency that sets it apart from other soups.

General Info & Pricing

60 Mins

Session Duration

beginner

Level

$15

Private Session

$20

Group Class

Ingredients

1 cup ground ogbono seeds

½ cup palm oil

2–3 cups meat stock (beef)

Assorted meats

Stockfish or dried fish

2 tbsp ground crayfish

1–2 seasoning cubes

Fresh or dried pepper

Leafy vegetables (spinach)

Salt (to taste)

Tips & Swaps

1. Stir continuously when adding stock to avoid lumps. 2. Adjust thickness by adding more or less stock. 3. For extra flavor, combine ogbono with a little okra. 4. Don’t overcook vegetables—they should stay vibrant and fresh.