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Afang soup

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Afang soup is a vegetable soup that originates from the [Efik people]] of [[Cross-River State] in Southern Nigeria. This soup was adopted by the Ibibios of Akwa-Ibom State in Southern Nigeria [1][2] It is a dish popularly known by Nigerians and also some parts of Africa. It is especially popular among the Efik people and adopted by the Anang/Ibibio people people of Akwa Ibom State. The Ibibios people of Akwa-Ibom State adopted this cuisine as part of their cultural identity.[3] It is served at homes and also sometimes in ceremonies such as weddings, birthdays, burials, festivals etc. mostly in the southern part of Nigeria.[4] Afang soup is very nutritious and the cost of preparation can be adaptable based on family needs.

Ingredients

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The ingredients used to prepare Afang soup includes: beef, fish (dried and stock), palm oil, crayfish, pepper, kpomo(dried cow skin), shaki (cow tripe), waterleaf, okazi leaf, onion, periwinkle, salt, seasoning and some other local seasonings.

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References

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  1. ^ "Nollywood Actress, Omoni Oboli, falls in love with Afang soup - Premium Times Nigeria". Premium Times Nigeria. 2016-04-19. Retrieved 2017-02-20.
  2. ^ Badiru, Iswat; Badiru, Deji (2013-02-19). Isi Cookbook: Collection of Easy Nigerian Recipes. iUniverse. ISBN 9781475976717.
  3. ^ "Top Exotic Nigerian Dishes You Must Taste This Week". Nigerian Bulletin - Nigeria News Updates. Retrieved 2017-02-20.
  4. ^ Okafor, Onnaedo. "Food Profile: 10 best foods to eat from 10 regions in Nigeria". Retrieved 2017-02-20.