Iru Pepper Soup

A bold and aromatic soup made with meat, spicy broth, and iru (locust beans) — deeply warming with a rich, savory kick.

Ready in 40 minutes Rich in smoky flavor Traditional Nigerian recipe
Iru Locust Beans
PART OF THIS DISH

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp iru

  • Goat meat or chicken

  • 2 tsp pepper soup spice

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • Chili pepper, seasoning cubes, scent leaves
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Method

  1. Boil meat with onions and iru until tender. Add water and pepper soup spices.
Season with salt, chili, and cubes.
  2. Simmer until flavors develop. Garnish with scent leaves before serving.
Dish image Image for illustrative purposes only. Final presentation may vary.
Iru Locust Beans
CHEF'S TIP

Add iru toward the end to keep its flavor pronounced but balanced.

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