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Spicy Shiitake Mushroom Okra Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 3 oz Shiitake Mushroom thoroughly washed and sliced
  • 2 cups roughly chopped okra (slice and pulse in blender about 3-4 times)
  • 1/4 cup lightly roasted egusi seeds (Optional)
  • 1 medium onion 1/2 sliced, 1/2 to be blended
  • 1 medium Habanero pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 inch cube ginger
  • 2 inch leek (green part)
  • salt to taste
  • 1-2 Tbsp Olive oil or vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Heat Oil in large skillet and saute onions for 3 minutes. Add in mushroom continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes
  • Blend remaining onions, garlic , habanero, leek, ginger with 1/2 a cup water until creamy. Add into skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add chopped okra and let simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally . DO NOT COVER. Add ground roasted egusi and continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt. Serve with fufu corn or simply enjoy a warm bowl of Okra soup.