What Does Egusi Soup Give to the Body?
You often hear people ask, what does Egusi soup give to the body? Why do people love it so much? Well, you will have to taste it to understand. However, I would like to through some light on why we the Nigerians love Egusi so much and its nutritional value, Read on.
What Does Egusi Soup Give to the Body?
The Egusi soup has a lot of nutrients thanks to its main ingredient, the Egusi seed. Now when you combine this with other ingredients that is used in preparing the soup, then you have a balanced diet.
Here’s a breakdown of what egusi soup can offer to your body:
1. Egusi seeds are a good source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. The soup often incorporates vegetables, meat or fish, and palm oil, further boosting its nutritional profile.
2. Egusi seeds contain unsaturated fats, which can help lower bad cholesterol and improve heart health.
3. Egusi soup becomes a complete protein meal when cooked with meat or fish, as it provides critical amino acids needed for tissue growth and repair.
4. Vegetables included in the soup contribute dietary fiber, aiding digestion and promoting feelings of fullness.
5. Egusi soup can help you meet your recommended daily dose of iron and calcium as well as vitamins A and C. Vitamin A supports immune system function and eye and bone health, while vitamin C aids in the absorption of iron.
6. The carbohydrates in the soup, often served with starchy sides like pounded yam or fufu, provide sustained energy.
The Egusi is a balanced diet and provides almost everything that the body needs.
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That being said, let’s solve this problem of where egusi soup is from once and for all.
Is Egusi an Igbo or Yoruba Soup?
Egusi soup isn’t just a Yoruba or Igbo dish. This is why:
1. It is not solely linked to a particular ethnic group in Nigeria, egusi soup is a widely consumed meal there. There are variants that the Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Edo, and other communities enjoy.
2. The fundamental component, ground melon seeds (egusi), never changes, but the preparation techniques and extra components may. It is referred to as “Efo Elegusi” by the Yorubas and “Ofe Egusi” by the Igbos.
3. It’s a pan-Nigerian meal, nonetheless, because it’s enjoyed by many Nigerians.
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hello Emy, i used to think that it belongs to the igbos