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Nigerian Pepper soup, or African pepper soup, is a light, hot soup prepared with varieties of meat/fish, herbs, spices, and spicy peppers. Today's Nigerian pepper soup recipe is the crowd-pleasing Nigerian goat meat pepper soup with yam. It is meaty, tasty, satisfying, and packed with Nigerian aromatic flavors. Pepper soup is crazy hot, but finger-licking is good! You will never forget an authentic Nigerian pepper soup experience. This soup is ideal for cold weather; some of the spices and herbs used in preparing this soup contain antioxidants that are natural remedies for colds and flu! A plate of goat meat pepper soup with yam is everything! It is meaty, delightfully tasty, satisfying, and packed with the best Nigerian aromatic flavors.

How to Make Authentic Nigerian Goat Meat Pepper Soup with Yam

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  • Author: Nkechi Ajaeroh, MPH
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 - 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Afrcian/Nigerian Cuisine
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Nigerian Pepper soup, or African pepper soup, is a light, hot soup prepared with varieties of meat/fish, herbs, spices, and spicy peppers. Today’s Nigerian pepper soup recipe is the crowd-pleasing Nigerian goat meat pepper soup with yam. It is meaty, tasty, satisfying, and packed with Nigerian aromatic flavors. Pepper soup is crazy hot, but finger-licking is good! You will never forget an authentic Nigerian pepper soup experience.


Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Gather your Ingredients. It is essential to ensure you have all your ingredients before making this recipe. Amazingly, this pepper soup recipe requires only a few ingredients!
  2. Wash, Cut, and Blend the Vegetables. Wash and cut the bell pepper(s) and onion(s) and add them to your blender. Also, wash the scotch bonnet peppers and add to the blender. Finally, add the dry crawfish to the blender, add water, and blend until smooth. Wash, Cut, and Blend the Vegetables. Wash and cut the bell pepper(s) and onion(s) and add them to your blender. Also, wash the scotch bonnet peppers and add to the blender. Finally, add the dry crawfish to the blender, add water, and blend until smooth. 
  3. Wash and Clean the Goat Meat. It is crucial that you wash and clean your goat meat properly. I recommend never cooking your goat meat from frozen. If you have frozen meat, thaw it and then wash it. Ensure your fresh goat meat is at room temperature before cooking your pepper soup. Then, place the meat in a clean, big pot ready to cook. It is crucial that you wash and clean your goat meat properly. I recommend never cooking your goat meat from frozen. If you have frozen meat, thaw it and then wash it. Ensure your fresh goat meat is at room temperature before cooking your pepper soup. 
  4. Cook your Nigerian Goat Meat Pepper Soup, Starting with the Meat. Pour all the blended ingredients on the goat meat, add the salt and the Knorr Bouillon Chicken seasoning, cover, and cook. As the goat meat boils, it will start to release some water. After 10 – 15 minutes, stir to ensure that all the ingredients are combined. Then cook on medium for the next 30 minutes. Cook your Nigerian Goat Meat Pepper Soup Starting with the Meat. Pour all the blended ingredients on the goat meat, add the salt and the Knorr Bouillon Chicken seasoning, cover, and cook. As the goat meat boils, it will start to release some water. After 10 - 15 minutes, stir to ensure that all the ingredients are combined. Then cook on medium for the next 30 minutes. 
  5. Prep the Yam. Wash, peel, and cut your African yam tuber into sizeable chunks. Remember to keep the yams in cold water as you cut them so they do not change color. Wear gloves to cut/peel the yam to avoid discomfort/itching. It is best to prep your yam while the meat cooks. Prep the Yam. Wash, peel, and cut your African yam tuber into sizeable chunks. Remember to keep the yams in cold water as you cut them so they do not change color. Wear gloves to cut/peel the yam to avoid discomfort/itching. It is best to prep your yam while the meat cooks. 
  6. Add Pepper Soup Spice and Water. After 30 minutes of cooking the meat on medium heat, you are ready for the next step. Grate in some fresh ginger and mix well. Then add water and the Nigerian spice and mix well to combine everything. If you are using oil, now is the time to add it (I added a tablespoon of olive oil). Stir everything again, cover the pot, and cook for another 35 – 45 minutes for infusion of flavors. Then, taste for flavors and adjust as necessary. Nigerian Pepper soup, or African pepper soup, is a light, hot soup prepared with varieties of meat/fish, herbs, spices, and spicy peppers. Today's Nigerian pepper soup recipe is the crowd-pleasing Nigerian goat meat pepper soup with yam. It is meaty, tasty, satisfying, and packed with Nigerian aromatic flavors. Pepper soup is crazy hot, but finger-licking is good! You will never forget an authentic Nigerian pepper soup experience. This soup is ideal for cold weather; the spices and herbs contain antioxidants that are natural remedies for cold and flu! 
  7. Add the Yam and Finish Cooking (optional). This step only applies to you if you wish to add African yam tuber to your pepper soup, as I did. First, ensure that the goat meat is fully cooked and tender before you add the yams. Note that yams cook very quickly and will typically cook according to size. Drain the water from your yam and add them, stir, cover, and cook for 10-20 minutes until done. Add sliced/cut basil leaves, taste for flavors, and finish cooking. Nigerian Pepper soup, or African pepper soup, is a light, hot soup prepared with varieties of meat/fish, herbs, spices, and spicy peppers. Today's Nigerian pepper soup recipe is the crowd-pleasing Nigerian goat meat pepper soup with yam. It is meaty, tasty, satisfying, and packed with Nigerian aromatic flavors. Pepper soup is crazy hot, but finger-licking is good! You will never forget an authentic Nigerian pepper soup experience. This soup is ideal for cold weather; some of the spices and herbs used in preparing this soup contain antioxidants that are natural remedies for colds and flu! A plate of goat meat pepper soup with yam is everything! It is meaty, delightfully tasty, satisfying, and packed with the best Nigerian aromatic flavors. 

Notes

I used for this dish is a non-sodium spice that came directly from Nigeria. If you are using a salted pepper soup spice from an African store, Amazon or any other market place, then be mindful of the salt you will be adding, and or if you will even be needing salt at all.

Note that your cooking time may change, as it will largely depend on how big/small you cut the meat.

The Pepper soup spice is typically very hot and spicy, but sure to add to your preference.

If you plan to meal-prep your pepper soup, you may not need to add yam to it. I would rather suggest boiling your African yam tuber separately. Then, you can add the boiled yam and pepper soup to your freezer-friendly containers before freezing.

Ensure to use a high-quality all-natural Nigerian pepper soup spice. It usually gluten-free and sodium-free.

I used almost an entire yam tuber but feel free to use as much yam as you need. 

Basil is optional; it replaces fresh scent leaves and will add some freshness to this recipe! Make sure to use fresh basil if you are using it. 

Wondering where to get an African Yam Tuber? I suggest grabbing yours from an African store for freshness. Surprisingly you can also get African/Nigerian Yam Tubers from Amazon

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