MsPinaQ - Nigerian Tuwo Shinkafa with Savory Spicy Northern-Style Soup

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

40 min

Servings

Ingredients

2 cups rice (preferably short-grain)

4 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons ground crayfish

1 cup palm oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

2 cups mixed meat (beef, goat, chicken)

2 tablespoons ground pepper

1 teaspoon seasoning cubes

2 cups vegetable broth

1 cup leafy greens (e.g. spinach or ugwu)

1 tablespoon water (for thinning soup, optional)

1
Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear. Drain well.
2
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot. Add the rice and salt, then reduce heat.
3
Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
In a separate pot, heat palm oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
5
Add the mixed meat, ground pepper, and seasoning cubes. Stir well and cook until meat is tender.
6
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add leafy greens just before serving.
7
Once the rice is cooked and sticky, mold it into balls or serve in bowls.
8
Serve the tuwo shinkafa hot, topped with the savory soup. Enjoy!