How To Prepare Isi Ewu (Ngwo Ngwo) ,Step by Step Guide

Isi Ewu (Ngwo Ngwo)

Isi Ewu also known as goat head soup or spiced goat’s head is a traditional eastern Nigeria dish that is made with a goat’s head. It is also referred to as Ngwo Ngwo.

Ingredients

1 goat (head and legs only)

3 fresh chillie pepper

2 onions

1 clove garlic

1tsp peppersoup seasoning

8 fresh tomatoes

3tbs lemon juice

4tsp tomoto puree

200ml palm oil

1 litre meat stock or water

I sliced onion

Chopped wild mint

Salt to taste

Materials Needed

Knife

Water

Cooking pot

Method of Preparation

Step 1:

Singe the hairs off the head and legs of the goat

Step 2:

Scrape and singe alternatively until all the airs are off

Step 3:

Burn the hoofs and horns, peel them off with the point of a heavy knife

Step 4:

Wash the head and legs thoroughly with soap and a rough sponge or brush

Step 5:

Chop into small pieces with a sharp cleaver and rinse thoroughly

Step 6:

Pour over the lemon juice and mix in

Step 7:

Leave to rest for 15 minutes

Step 8:

Grind together the onions, garlic, chillies and tomatoes

Step 9:

Place meat in a large pot, add the sliced onions, chillies, stock and 

seasonings

Step 10:

Cover and cook for 45 minutes

Step 11:

Check and stir frequently

Step 12:

Finally add the grind chillies, tomatoes, palm oil, onions and wild mint

Step 13:

Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 30-40 minutes until meat is tender

Step 14:

Adjust seasoning and serve in traditional earthenware dishes garnish with chopped mint

Your Isi Ewu is now ready. Serve hot and enjoy!