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Chicken, ugu and bean soup

A one-pot soup of skinless chicken, brown beans and ugu leaves. Provides protein, fibre, iron and folate, and portions well for busy weeks.

Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
70 min
Portions
4
  • Moderate
  • Pregnancy
  • High-protein
  • Fibre-rich
  • Folate-containing
  • Freezer-friendly
Pot of Nigerian chicken, bean and ugu soup

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Ingredients

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This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

  1. Step 1. Boil the beans in 1.2 L of the water for 40–45 minutes until soft.
  2. Step 2. In a second pan, boil the chicken with the onion in the remaining water for 20 minutes until cooked right through with no pink meat.
  3. Step 3. Heat the oil, add the blended tomato and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Step 4. Combine the beans, chicken with its stock and the tomato base, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Step 5. Stir in the ugu for the last 3 minutes and season lightly.

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