Afang (soup)

Afang Soup

Afang Soup is a vegetable soup that originates from the Efik people of the Efuk kingdom in Cross River State and the Ibibio People of Akwa Ibom in South South Nigeria.[1][2] It is a dish popularly known by Nigerians and also some parts of Africa, it is especially popular among the Ibibio, the Anang and the Ndoki people of Akwa Ibom and Cross River state whom have adopted this cuisine as part of there cultural identity.[3] It is served at homes and also sometimes at ceremonies such as weddings, burials, festivals etc mostly in the southern part of Nigeria.[4] Afang soup is very nutritious and cost of preparation can be adaptable based on family needs. Ingredients used to prepare Afang includes beef, fish, palm oil, crayfish, pepper, Shaki (beef tripe), waterleaf,okazi leaf, onion, periwinkle salt and some other seasonings.

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References

  1. ↑ "Nollywood Actress, Omoni Oboli, falls in love with Afang soup - Premium Times Nigeria". Premium Times Nigeria. 2016-04-19. Retrieved 2017-02-20.
  2. ↑ Badiru, Iswat Badiru; Deji (2013-02-19). Isi Cookbook: Collection of Easy Nigerian Recipes. iUniverse. ISBN 9781475976717.
  3. ↑ "Top Exotic Nigerian Dishes You Must Taste This Week". Nigerian Bulletin - Nigeria News Updates. Retrieved 2017-02-20.
  4. ↑ Okafor, Onnaedo. "Food Profile: 10 best foods to eat from 10 regions in Nigeria". Retrieved 2017-02-20.
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