Nigerian Tiger Nut Milk Soup with Spicy Catfish
A creamy and mildly sweet soup made from tiger nut milk, paired with spicy catfish for a delightful blend of flavors.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Catfish
- 1
Mix the marinade
Mix the ginger-garlic paste, cayenne pepper, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- 2
Coat the catfish
Coat the catfish fillets evenly with the mixture.
- 3
Let it marinate
Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Tiger Nut Milk
- 1
Blend tiger nuts
Blend the soaked tiger nuts with water until smooth.
Tip: Ensure the tiger nuts are well-soaked and blended to avoid graininess in the milk. Use a high-speed blender for a smoother consistency.
- 2
Strain the milk
Strain through a fine cloth to extract the milk.
- 3
Set aside
Set aside the tiger nut milk for later use.
How to Make Nigerian Tiger Nut Milk Soup with Spicy Catfish
Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Sautéing Aromatics
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- 2
Building the Soup
Add the ground crayfish, smoked paprika, and thyme to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Completing the Soup
Pour in the tiger nut milk, bring to a simmer, and carefully add the marinated catfish fillets. Cook until the fish is just done.
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