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From the Pot · Nigeria

Nigeria home cooking from across the diaspora.

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Egusi Soup with Pounded Yam

A rich, complex soup built on ground melon seeds, palm oil, peppers, and proteins. Served with pounded yam — a smooth, stretchy starch eaten with the right hand. Sunday-dinner energy.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 1 hour Serves: 6

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