Egusi also is known as the melon seed, which is that fat and protein-rich seeds of some cucurbitaceous plants and is the major ingredient in the popular Nigerian Egusi soup. Nigeria is one of the major cultivators of Egusi so it’s no surprise that it is a popular delicacy in several parts of the country. The soup is as a result of the egusi seeds being used as thickeners after they have been grounded. Of course, we know the major ingredients of Nigerian soup mixtures; pepper, stock, vegetables, oil, meat, fish etc. it becomes egusi soup when the blended seeds are added. Bitter leaf, ugwu leaf are common vegetable choices for this delicacy. This egusi soup is very popular among the Igbos, Ibibios and Efik people. Egusi is rich in protein, eba, semo, poundo yam to even amala. It’s everyone's favourite!
Nkataa offers a wide range of Nigerian delicacies of which the Egusi soup is one of our best sellers. This soup is well prepared, with the seasoning in the right proportions to give you that mind blowing delicacy. Like they say, “better soup na money kill am.” At Nkataa, our soup is that better soup, packed with different protein options such as meat, fish, pomo etc. We also have different swallow options to go with it; eba, semo, poundo yam and more. Not only do we sell single meal servings, we also sell bowls of frozen egusi soup. So are you a bachelor, busy mom, or you just love our soup too much. You can buy the frozen bowl and have access to our egusi soup whenever you want. Just order and we’ll have it delivered to you anywhere in Abuja on the same day.
Buy Egusi Soup at Nkataa at the best price and taste in Abuja - Nigeria.