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Tilapia Peppersoup with Potatoes

This hearty Tilapia Peppersoup with Potatoes is a wholesome, comforting Nigerian dish that’s light, flavorful, and high in protein. It combines tender tilapia pieces simmered in a spiced broth with soft potatoes for a one-pot meal that’s nutritious, satisfying, and perfect for cozy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Nigerian, West African
Calories: 295
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken bone broth
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 habanero peppers chopped
  • 1 tbsp Nigerian peppersoup spice
  • 1 tbsp seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 g raw lemongrass
  • 665 g potatoes sliced
  • 1245 g tilapia cut into pieces
  • 5 basil leaves chopped

Method
 

  1. In a pot, combine chicken bone broth, chopped onions, habanero peppers, peppersoup spice, seasoning, salt, lemongrass, and sliced potatoes.
  2. Place the tilapia pieces gently on top of the potatoes, cover the pot, and cook on low heat. Cooking on low ensures the fish remains tender and develops a delicate flaky texture.
  3. Once the potatoes are soft and the fish is cooked through, stir in the chopped basil leaves.
  4. Serve hot, optionally garnished with some freshly chopped spring onions for extra freshness and color.

Notes

  • You can substitute the potatoes with yam if available.
  • Always cook the fish on low heat to keep it from breaking apart.
  • Garnish with spring onions for added flavor and presentation.