HOW TO COOK OFE NSALA: THE NIGERIAN SOUP FOR GOOD IN-LAWS | Flo Chinyere 

Most asked questions about OFE NSALA: *1. Flo, why did you not add uda, uziza, and all the other gbogbotigbo ingredients?* This is Ofe Nsala, it is NOT pepper soup, neither is it Ji Mmiri Oku for new mums, all those ingredients will make the Ofe Nsala taste like pepper soup or Ji Mmiri Oku, you don't want that. Recipe for Ji Mmiri Oku: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-yeft4qFqwgk.html Nigerian Assorted Meat Pepper Soup: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-zTlBgXI6zFM.html *2. Which other leaf can I use apart from utazi?* The only other leaf I recommend is spinach. For those that think utazi is too bitter, the bitter taste of the utazi does not come through in this Ofe Nsala because you only add a small quantity. Also the sweet taste of the yam and the taste of the catfish masks any tiny bitter taste you would have felt. *3. Can I add chicken, beef, goat meat and dry fish to my Ofe Nsala?* A big fat NO! You just need catfish. Any other addition is Adulterated Ofe Nsala. The reason some people add all other types of meat is to make up for lack of enough catfish. Catfish used to be very expensive (before the days of fishponds and fish farming) so large families added beef and other meats so they didn't have to spend too much on catfish for the whole family. Dry fish is a complete no-no. Remember, this Ofe Nsala is soup from the riverine areas of Anambra state. Fishermen catch the fish and bring it home for Ofe Nsala. Can you catch dry fish from the river? The answer is no. Can you get beef and goat meat from the river? No. Do not fear, when I tell you a recipe has an authentic taste, try it first, if you don't like it, then you can keep looking for the recipe that hits the right cords with your tastebuds. Yes, I have the most traditional and authentic Nigerian tastebuds so if I tell you a Nigerian meal has an authentic taste, believe me. I get paid and flown around the world to go and confirm the authentic tastes of meals in Nigerian restaurants! Just like I told you that the only peppersoup ingredient you need is EHU, lots of people have been enjoying the authentic taste of pepper soups that was lost to the so called pepper soup mix. All these trying to alter a recipe before you have prepared and tasted the one you saw will rigmarole you into analysis paralysis. 😅😅😅 So bad that you doubting Thomas will never get around to preparing and enjoying the meal with others. PREPARE IT FIRST then we can talk about your observations and how we can tweak the recipe afterwards.

I am a Zulu woman married to an Igbo man. I had this soup when we visited Nigeria last year. It was made by my mother-in-law. I was pregnant then and oh my word, it is the best Ofe Nsala I have ever tasted and had. As we live here in the UK, it can be tough to find the ingredients but where there is a will, there is a way. Will definitely make this dish as it is so simple to make once you have the ingredients 👌🏾

When she said "smash the yam like you will on that like button" i instantly liked it laughing 🤣😂....a mood

Hi Flo! I'm an American woman who is engaged to an igbo man from Imo state but his mother my sweet mum in law to be is from Anambra State. We will live in Imo, I'm so happy to have found your video. I subscribed immediately. I wrote down the ingredients and am sure my sisters in law will help me find them in the market. I can't wait to surprise my boo and my in laws by making this for them. I love your channel well well 🥰 I appreciate, ma thank you!

I wish you could do random storytimes, you just sound like you have so much good advice to give. 🥺

Thanks hun for your video you helping me a lot when it comes to learning how to cook Nigerian food for my husband... I’m Liberian he is Nigerian 😍😍😍

I am Hausa oh! But I will surely try this soup. It looks heavenly!Thank you for this recipe.

Iam from the northern part of our country,but this is my favourite Eastern Dish. My friends cook it and send it to me but now I can make it myself. Thanks so.much Flo.

My granny makes this soup with local breed chicken and it's Superb! Thank you for this recipe ma'am

One of the reasons i love aunty Flo's videos is the simplicity and originality of the ingredients. Not what we see on Instagram these days.

Am a Ghanaian but I love Nigerians foods 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭😍😍🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

Hahaha 😁 I actually liked and subscribed due to her humorous act and unique way of teaching... mixing Igbo with English You're just so funny sis, Well-done 👍

When I say na ndi Igbo ma Nni, Odika! For me, this Nsala Soup should be given a gold medal then followed by others , It's simply the Best 😋😋👌👌, this is the Only Soup that makes my Dad smile while Listening to NTA news, knowing my Mum would soon Arrange the Dining for him 😃.

I love the way u give details in cooking, I feel like I’m in the kitchen with my mum. U give reasons for every little scope u use in preparation and I love it! I dont really subscribe but I have to. I love food too

Am a Yoruba woman but I've loved this video like wetin, it's mouthwatering 🥰🥰

I'm not an Igbo, but I will like to test this offensala when I arrived in Nigeria 🇳🇬. Insha Allah

She don com again o! 😁😁😁👌👌👌💖💖💖 I am yoruba but I love ibo food die😂😂😂

Aunty Flo : Have you liked this video? Have you? Have you? Me : Yes, I have😁

I love your voice. You sound like a typical African mom.

I taught my wife how to prepare this soup. She isn't Nigerian but my Nigerian parents love and keep demanding this soup every time try want to visit.

Nigerian food is a such a beautiful labor is love, full of nutrients- vitamins, and minerals plus love, patience, strength, and dedication. As an American with Nigerian roots, it makes me so happy to find these recipes and use them! Thank you for sharing them Flo! You are most loved and appreciated! ♥️♥️♥️

Cannot wait to visit my Mother's Land to learn more about Nigerian cooking!

You are a genius! Love your recipes, even for things that I knew how to make before, your recipes always give a fresh perspective!

I just love you Flo! Thanks for the great recipe, can’t wait to try

Now I can cook Ofe Nsala. I always wanted to know how to cook this. So essay too. Also, I just learnt how to get the slime out of Catfish. Thank you Flo. Keep them coming.

Those in-laws better pray very hard that I still have a plate for them when they arrive because I must have finished the whole pepper soup by myself.

thanks love have learned i'm gonna cook for my husband i'm from East Africa and my hubby is a Nigerian

I'm finally here in you house as I promised. I'm a Yoruba woman but learning how to cook Igbo dish is a bonus for me. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us. I enjoyed being here💕. I've crouch the like bottom as u crouched the yam. 😀😀. Funny you.

I learn a lot here,mummy flowers in love the way u cook ur own soup.God bless u

You are always on point ma. I'll try this recipe when next I'm cooking. I usually use uziza leaf and seed for mine.

I went to the market the next day after I watched thus video and I made this soup, it was really delicious, thank you anty flo

I've started trying to remember to like the videos before aunty asks, lol.

I absolutely loved your oration in this video. So compelling that i didn't know when i subscribed and liked🤗👌

A true Ada ndi Igbo. Chukwu gozie gi . Thanks for sharing this video.

thanks Sister Flo for cooking Ofe Nsala. You have not made that in a long time.

I tried your recipe! Flo! You deserve an accolade!!!! I cooked like a pro.

I wonder why people don't like your videos as much as they watch it. You are a legend my sister. Your simplicity is top notch

I am definitely going to prepare this soup this week for my ibo husband, thank you chiyere.

I can't wait to cook this soup. Thanks Flo

I love eating Off Nsala and you really taught us the exact way to make it. Kudos👍👍👍 we love you 😍 😍 😍 😍

Looking so delicious! Chai!! I must chop immediately o.

I'm nt a Nigerian but hubby is from nigeria (ANAMBRA) he tough me how to cook ofe nsala but I will definitely try this it look yummy👍👍✌

Auntie Flo stop killing me softly now, dz one with utala ji on point🙌🙌🙌

How come I didn't see this video on time Sis,your title is everything. Wow what a great way of making this! Sis,I made an ALMOND SOUP (perfect alternative for egusi for people living in diaspora). Didn't know it was going to turn out great...

Omg this is real ofe nsala. It looks yummy.

I just love this lady

Wow!!!!! I have not had this soup for more than 10years. I am going to look for the ingredients today and cook it. 🤞🏻 I hope I find the ogiri okpei and fresh utazi.

Wow! My first time to comment, have only liked. I think you are anointed for this job you do. Tnx

Aunt flo i bu machine and explanation the igbo na agbakagodu my brain... Thank you

Your explanation is A1!!! I also love that you’re adding Igbo language and their meaning for those of us that don’t understand. I’d try this soup this weekend 😎😎

Chai, I love your teaching technique... Very funny and well explained. Thanks a bunch

I’m not Igbo and I’m not even sure I’ve eaten this before but I’m definitely cooking it. Someone told me about “white soup” and I searched and found you. Forget the in-laws, watch this space ❤️

I always check if u have upload new videos... I also noticed u upload every 4days... I will definitely try this

I love your voice and the explanations! It's almost like you're my mother teaching me in her kitchen 😆

Ofe nsala n pounded is the best for my village. Nice video.

Ahhh finally I found you!!! I have liked and subscribed before you even mentioned it! I'm making this soup ASAP!

I like the wa u talk mummy ... thanks for this am cooking this for my hubby today

Aunty Flo, I had to subscribe just now after seeing your Ofe nsala. Wow, so yummy looking!!!

Flo this is on point in fact this soup is for me nsala am coming with my plate💃👍

Hey Flo, thanks for your video. Catfish is insanely expensive here (more than a tenth of what minimum wage workers make a month per fish). Never tried ordering one tbh and looked it up to recreate this recipe. Probably some other recipe of yours for me.

Flo this ofe nsala is on point. You make cooking food so easy. Thank you so much for sharing.

Am new hear, am loving it, soo much humour attached. A big thumbs up

Lol... Ndi inlaws na good treat all time😀. My favorite with pounded yam😋!

This soup will go well with pounded yam or akpu yum yum

am in dubai make my own thank for teaching me I dont no how to make it b4 but now am perfect

Love the way you nailed all ur explanations. love the little touch of igbo too.

As onye Anam mu bu, I'm giving you a massive thumbs up. Though I'm not sure of the part of Anambra you are from but you finish work by keeping it real and unadulterated. Making people to understand the differences between ofe nsala and ofe ose (aka pepper soup)

Aunty flo ure doing well o!If I havnt seen u cook any soup I don't feel secured to cook dem even after watching others, am a Yoruba but cook several IBO soups with ease tru ur teachings,Thanks so much

I needed to take another look on this recipe because am about to cook for nsala.

Your video recipes are the best Aunt Flo! Dalu!

Woohoo my favorite soup. in fact am making it tomorrow. Welldone my Aunty Flo

I can’t stop watching this video 😁 I must try this here.

Very interesting videos,I now know how to cook ofe owerri and offer nsala

Gosh...I can't stop salivating.

Am going to try this. It looks yummy.

Very good. I cook ofensara like you and I.realy love.it in all seasons Well done Flo Blessings always

I'm cooking nsala this weekend❤💃

I just came across your page. I love your attitude and interesting way of teaching. You are a real one igbo

Always learning new cooking hacks for your videos. Thanks

It saved me so much during my gestation period, I love it when hot and spicy, thank you for sharing.

Thanks Ada nmadu I have add in some kilos since this lock down thanks again to you because I can cook my favorite soups since I find you out.

i’ll definitely try this recipe it looks scrumptious

*Hahaha. This your title sha, abeg lemme watch so I don't fall my in-law's hand*

Here in Trini we will cook the fish I use King Fish [we season our meats first and allow to soak in before cooking] with coconut milk and a few ochros minus the use of yam and it is served with provision or dumplings.

I love your videos because they're easy to understand and fun too.

Thank you for video. Single young man living outside Nigeria.i found it easy and yummy for me

I love you so much flo CHINYERE, you are really giving value

Aunty Flo I really like this your ofe nsala recipe you are simply the best

My mom just subscribed to this channel cos of this video. Told her I am a loyal subscriber too.

Neither tasted nor cooked it but after watching this video, I just may be trying it out soon. Thank you aunty Flo 👍🏻

Now this is IT! Yummy

Thanks for the steps....... I will give it a try..... I really like d way u explain your cooking steps, they are really easy to follow......thanks aunty Flo

Choooiiii, my Dad's best Soup ooh, let me keep watching.

Godd! I have been looking for a detailed video like this... Thanks Chi💜

Dear Flo Chinyere, you are so funny! The title alone is catchy. 😂😂😂😂 Love the way you explain things like azu ndu, utazi, etc. Dalu rinnee. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

I thought I was the first to comment ... Little did I know 😂 This soup is looking finger licking good CHEI! Aunty Flo abiakwa again 🤤

Beautiful Nsala soup:) Sometimes I eat mine with Uhrobo starch loool Thanks for sharing Aunty Flo

Anti Flo, no mother in-law would resist this soup, this one is cooked with original point and kill cat fish, and fresh utazi. Great job.

Love your voice.. The way you talk.. It makes the teaching fun

Good lady thank you God bless you with Good Man ok I like de food