Banga soup (half pan)

Banga soup is a rich, aromatic palm nut delicacy from Nigeria’s Niger Delta region, and preparing a half pan portion is perfect for small gatherings or family meals. Here’s a complete guide to making it

🍲 Ingredients for Half Pan (Serves ~4–6)

  • 1 can of palm nut concentrate (or fresh palm fruit, boiled and extracted)
  • 500g assorted meats (beef, goat, or offals)
  • 1 cup periwinkles (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh shrimp or prawns
  • 1 medium dried fish or catfish
  • 1 small onion
  • 2–3 scotch bonnet peppers
  • 1 tbsp ground crayfish
  • 1 tsp Banga spice (blend of ataiko & irugege)
  • 1 oburunbebe stick
  • Beletete leaves (or bitter leaf/scent leaf)
  • Seasoning cubes and salt to taste

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