Afang soup (not to be misconstrued for Okazi soup or Ukazi soup, a soup from the Igbo cuisine), is a

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that originates from the Efik people of the Efik kingdom in

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and the

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in Southern

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. It is a dish popularly known by Nigerians and also some parts of

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. It is especially popular among the Ibibio and the Anang people of Akwa Ibom and Cross River state who have adopted this cuisine as part of their cultural identity. It's served at homes and also sometimes in ceremonies such as weddings, burials, festivals etc. mostly in the southern part of Nigeria. Afang soup is very nutritious and the cost of preparation can be adaptable based on family needs.

Ingredient

The ingredients used to prepare Afang soup include

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, pepper, Shaki ( cow tripe), waterleaf, okazi leaf, onion, periwinkle salt and some other seasonings. Afang_soup

References

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