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Edikang Ikong

πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ A dish from Nigeria

Edikang Ikong, a dish from Nigeria
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Edikang ikong is a vegetable soup made with ikong ubong that originated among the Efik people of Cross River State and Ibibio people of Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria It is considered to be a delicacy among some Nigerians, and is sometimes served during occasions of importance. Edikang ikong is a nutritious soup and expensive to prepare, and has been described as being mostly eaten by rich people in Nigeria.

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πŸ₯˜Main ingredientsleafy greens, waterleaf, palm oil, assorted meats, dried fish, periwinkle, crayfish
πŸ”₯Cooking methodsimmered/braised stew
πŸ‘…Flavour & stylerich, savory, earthy vegetable soup
πŸ•’When it’s eatenfestive, special occasions

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Where does Edikang Ikong come from?
Edikang Ikong is a dish that originated in Nigeria.
What is Edikang Ikong?
Edikang ikong is a vegetable soup made with ikong ubong that originated among the Efik people of Cross River State and Ibibio people of Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria It is considered to be a delicacy among some Nigerians, and is sometimes served during occasions of importance. Edikang ikong is a nutritious soup and expensive to prepare, and has been described as being mostly eaten by rich people in Nigeria.