Nigerian Plantain Fufu with Egusi Chicken Soup
Experience the rich and hearty taste of Nigerian cuisine with this plantain fufu paired with a savory egusi chicken soup.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Plantain Fufu
- 1
Boil Plantains
Boil plantains in water until soft, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Mash Plantains
Mash the boiled plantains until smooth.
- 3
Mix with Cassava Flour
Gradually mix in cassava flour, kneading until the mixture forms a smooth dough.
Preparing the Egusi Chicken Soup
- 1
Sauté Onions
In a large pot, heat palm oil and sauté onions until translucent.
- 2
Brown Chicken
Add chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
Tip: Ensure the chicken is cooked through before simmering with egusi to avoid raw flavors.
- 3
Add Egusi and Broth
Stir in the ground egusi, tomato blend, chicken broth, and spices.
Tip: Soak egusi in water for 10 minutes before cooking for a creamier texture.
How to Make Nigerian Plantain Fufu with Egusi Chicken Soup
Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Simmering the Soup
Cook the mixed soup for 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- 2
Cooking the Chicken
Ensure the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- 3
Preparing the Fufu
Stir constantly to avoid lumps as you mix the plantain and cassava flour.
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