Edikaikong Vegetable Soup
This is a soup of abundance. A rich medley of fluted pumpkin leaves bring freshness and nourishment. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre, this dish supports digestion, regulates bowel movements, improves gut health, and promotes satiety, keeping you fuller for longer. It is balanced with palm oil, spices, and seasoning for a rich, earthy taste. The result is a wholesome soup that is both delicious and deeply filling. The strength of Edikaikong lies in its generous proteins, assorted meats, cowskin stockfish, and dried fish all stewed together to build layers of savoury flavour, making every single taste rewarding. Best paired with a swallow like pounded yam, fufu, or eba, Edikaikong is a true celebration of tradition, comfort, and nourishment.
- Stockfish head (medium size)
- Dried fish or roasted fish
- ground or pounded crayfish
- Waterleaf
- Fluted pumpkin (ugwu leaf)
- palm oil
- Meat of choice (preferably assorted meat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Maggi or knorr cube
- Periwinkles (optional)
- ofor or achi
- onions
- Cooker
- Cooking utensils
- Pot
Stewing, simmering and steaming.