Nigerian Steamed Catfish Pepper Soup
Nigerian Steamed Catfish Pepper Soup is a spicy, aromatic broth-based dish featuring tender catfish simmered in a rich blend of traditional Nigerian spices. Its core ingredients include fresh catfish, a fiery mix of chili peppers, and a signature pepper soup spice blend often containing uziza seeds, alligator pepper, and crayfish. It is a beloved staple in Nigerian cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting meal or a restorative soup.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal, with the catfish providing lean protein and healthy fats. It is rich in essential minerals like potassium and phosphorus, and a typical serving contains approximately 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.2 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 bowl (about 300 g, including broth and fish) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is often served as a restorative meal for new mothers or those recovering from illness, believed to have healing properties. The unique, complex heat comes not just from chili peppers but from a blend of indigenous spices that provide a deep, aromatic flavor profile distinct from other pepper soups.
