draw soup
🇳🇬 A dish from Nigeria
Draw soup is the name of soups from the southeastern and southwestern parts of Nigeria that are made from okra, ogbono , or ewedu leaves (jute). The name derives from the thick viscosity characteristic of the broth as it draws out of the bowl when eaten either with a spoon or, more characteristically, by dipping a small piece of solid (fufu) into it.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | okra, jute leaves, ogbono seeds, palm oil, meat or fish, leafy greens |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | slow-simmered into a thick stew |
| 👅Flavour & style | savory, slippery, mucilaginous, hearty |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | main meal, eaten with a starchy swallow |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does draw soup come from?
draw soup is a dish that originated in Nigeria.
What is draw soup?
Draw soup is the name of soups from the southeastern and southwestern parts of Nigeria that are made from okra, ogbono , or ewedu leaves (jute). The name derives from the thick viscosity characteristic of the broth as it draws out of the bowl when eaten either with a spoon or, more characteristically, by dipping a small piece of solid (fufu) into it.