Name: Traditional Nigerian Okra Soup (Okra Gumbo)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Nigeria
Ingredients: 4 medium okra pods, sliced lengthwise; 2 large tomatoes, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or palm oil; 4 cups water or vegetable broth; 1 bay leaf; Salt to taste; Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Okra Soup 🇳🇬 Nigeria

A flavorful soup made with okra, tomatoes, and various spices, popular in many Nigerian households.

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