Ofe Ujuju
| Type | Traditional Nigerian Tribe |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | South South |
| Region or state | Ika |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients |
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Ofe Ujuju is a local dish from Ika people of the Niger Delta part of Nigeria. The soup is popular among the Ika and Agbor people of Delta State.[1][2]
The soup is made with ujuju leaves (Myrianthus arboreus),[3] commonly known as ("monkey fruit"), meats, fish, black pepper and seasoning cubes.[4]
It is served with eba, akpu, Semovita (a glutinous flour derived from semolina wheat), and pounded yam.[4]
Overview
The comprehensive ingredients used in preparation are bush meat, smoked fish, a bunch of ujuju leaves, ground dried pepper, palm oil, seasoning cubes, water, and salt to taste. Once prepared, it can also be served with boiled white rice other than pounded yam and eba.[5]
Ofe Ujuju has a distinct texture and flavor, making it a culturally significant dish among the Ika people. Depending on individual preferences, it can also be prepared in combination with ogbono or other soups to create different variations.[6][2]
References
- ↑ oguntayo, gbenga (2021-12-28). "Native delicacy from Delta State (Ofè Ujuju)". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-06-30.
- 1 2 Brown, Ed (2019-08-29). "How to Cook Ofe Ujuju Soup: Delta State Native Delicacy". Royac Shop. Retrieved 2026-05-31.
- ↑ Ukegbu, P. O.; Okebugwu, J. O. (2018). "Chemical and sensory assessment of Ujuju (Myrianthus arboreus) leaf and soup". Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences. 39 (1): 50–58. ISSN 2805-4008.
- 1 2 Ashimedua (2021-08-07). "Native delicacy from Delta State (Ofè Ujuju)". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-06-30.
- ↑ "Ofe - Ujuju Soup :: Nigerian Soup Recipes :: Galleria Health and Lifestyle, Nigeria". www.nigeriagalleria.com. Retrieved 2026-05-31.
- ↑ "Ofe Ujuju | Onu Ika". onuika.com. Retrieved 2026-05-31.