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4 cups dried Nigerian honey beans (see Tip)
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10 cups water
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1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
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½ medium red onion, coarsely chopped
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1 habanero pepper, stem trimmed
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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½ cup organic unrefined red palm oil (see Tip)
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2 tablespoons crayfish powder (optional; see Tip)
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Edible flowers and microgreens for garnish
Gbegiri Soup Honey Bean Soup
Also known as ewa-olyin in the language of Nigeria's Yoruba people, which translates to "beans naturally coated with honey," honey beans, native to Nigeria, indeed have a hint of sweetness. They form the base of this popular Yoruba soup. Optional crayfish powder adds a smoky-sweet pleasantly fishy flavor.
Nutrition Information
110
Calories
20g
Carbohydrates
9g
Protein
764mg
Potassium
5g
Fiber
3g
Sugar