Wrewre soup: How to make groundnut flavoured soup without using groundnuts
If you’re looking for a delicious alternative to groundnut soup, especially if you’re dealing with nut allergies, this Wrewre soup is a great choice! Muskmelon seeds, also known as wrewre, offer a nutty flavour and a nutritious boost.
Here’s a simple recipe to enjoy this tasty soup.
Ingredients:
- 80g wild Melon Seeds (Wrewre Seeds)
- Any meat of your choice.
- 60g Tomato Purée
- 1 Large Tomato
- 1 Large Onion
- 2 Litres of Water
- 200g Smoked Fish (optional) or 1 Tsp of Powdered Dried Shrimp
- 2 Large Aubergines (Eggplants)
- 10 Whole Green Chillies
- Salt to Taste
Spice blend:
- 30g Ginger
- 1 Large Onion
- 3 Green Chillies
- 2 Cloves of Garlic
Instructions: - Prepare the spice blend: Blend together ginger, onion, green chillies, and garlic, to create a smooth paste.
Cook the meat: In a large pot, add the meat, half of the spice blend, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the meat starts to brown and absorb the flavours. - Add the tomato and aubergines: Roughly chop the large tomato and aubergines. Add them to the pot with the meat, along with the whole green chillies and water. Bring to a boil and let it simmer until the meat is tender.
- Blend the wrewre seeds: While the meat is cooking, blend the wrewre seeds into a smooth paste using a small amount of water. This will be the base of your soup.
- Add the wrewre paste: Once the meat is tender, stir in the blended wrewre paste, tomato purée, and the rest of the spice blend.
- Include smoked fish or dried shrimp: If you’re using smoked fish, debone and break it into pieces before adding it to the pot.
- Alternatively, add a teaspoon of powdered dried shrimp for a unique flavour. Stir well.
- Simmer to thicken: Allow the soup to simmer on low heat until it thickens and all the flavours blend together. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- Serve and enjoy: Once ready, remove the whole chillies if desired (to control heat), and serve your Wrewre soup hot. It pairs well with rice, fufu, or any traditional side.
- This Wrewre soup is a nutritious, flavorful alternative to groundnut soup and is perfect for those with nut allergies or just looking for a new twist on a classic dish!