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Ewedu (Jute Leaf Soup)

Ewedu is a slimy, nutrient-rich soup made from jute leaves. It is cooked simply with iru (fermented locust beans) and salt, keeping it light and gut-friendly. It’s high in fiber and iron, and adds a silky, nutritious layer to any traditional Nigerian meal, especially Amala. This version makes 8 servings at just 41 calories each.
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine: Nigerian, West African, Yoruba
Calories: 41

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g minced jute leaves
  • 1 oz iru fermented locust beans
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients to a pot.
  2. Let it come to a boil.
  3. Adjust for seasoning.
  4. Turn off the heat.