Ghanaian Light Pepper Soup

Cozy up with a steaming bowl of homemade Ghanaian Light Soup! Made with fresh tomatoes and onions, this recipe is easy, nourishing, and delicious.

Course Main Course

Cuisine African

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 2

Servings People

Calories 327kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

1 Stock pot

Ingredients

For The Goat Meat

2 ½ Goat Meat Cleaned and washed
1 Tbsp. Kosher Salt
1 Tbsp. Onion Powder
1 Tbsp. Garlic Powder
1 Tbsp. Ginger Powder

For The Soup

1 Small Red Onion Peeled and cut In Half
2 Roma Tomatoes Cut in half or leave whole
6 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
8 Cups Water
3 Habanero Pepper
1 Tbsp. Shrimp Powder Optional
Salt and Pepper To Taste

Instructions

Marinate The Meat

Clean and wash the meat thoroughly then season with salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and ginger. Mix well and marinate for 2 hours or longer.
When ready to prepare the soup, steam the meat over medium high heat for about 15 minutes, covered.
Then add in the onion, tomatoes, peppers, and tomato paste with 8 cups of water. Cover and cook for about 40 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium low. Remove the vegetables and peppers.
Next, blend the vegetables and the peppers with ½ cup water. Blend to a smooth consistency. Add the blended mixture to the meat. Stir well to combine.
Add in the shrimp powder (optional), and season with salt to taste. Mix well. Cover and simmer on medium low heat for 20 to 30 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

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Calories are estimated per serving.

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