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Ofe Oha

🇳🇬 A dish from Nigeria

Ofe Oha, a dish from Nigeria
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Oha soup, as known by the Igbo people, is known as Mkpa Afere by Efik, Ibibio and Anaang people. It is a soup mostly eaten in the south eastern part of Nigeria.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsoha leaves, cocoyam thickener, palm oil, stockfish, meat
🔥Cooking methodsimmered soup thickened with pounded cocoyam
👅Flavour & stylesavory, earthy, leafy
🕒When it’s eatenserved with a starchy swallow staple

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Ofe Oha come from?
Ofe Oha is a dish that originated in Nigeria.
What is Ofe Oha?
Oha soup, as known by the Igbo people, is known as Mkpa Afere by Efik, Ibibio and Anaang people. It is a soup mostly eaten in the south eastern part of Nigeria.