Nkwobi

Nkwobi is a delicacy commonly found in restaurants. The cuisine is common among the people of Igbo ethnic group. It is a soup made up of cuts from cow feet.

Nkwobi

Overview

The ingredients and spices needed to make the Nigerian dessert include palm oil, kaun (also known as potash), calabash nutmegs, utazi leaves, pepper, and onion, among others. An alternative to potash is ngu. Spinach can be used instead of utazia if not available for use. Nkwobi is sometimes prepared at home, even though it is commonly found in restaurants. The soup is made from cow feet boiled with onion and variety of spices. Potash mixture is added to palm oil, stirred until yellow and thickened. Crayfish, calabash nutmeg and grinded pepper are added afterward. The cooked cow feet into the oil mixture and stirred gently to avoid burning.

See also

• Cow's trotters
• List of beef dishes
• List of African dishes
• Tripe