Cookbook:Isi Ewu (Nigerian Stewed Goat Head)

Isi Ewu (Nigerian Stewed Goat Head)
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Isi ewu is a popular delicacy of stewed goat head, originating from eastern Nigeria. It is similar to Nkwobi but differs primarily in the meat used. Every single part of the goat head edible, including the brain.

Ingredients

Stew

• Whole goat head, brain included
• Grated onion
• Seasoning cubes
• 1 tablespoon pepper
• Salt
• Water
• Chili powder
• Palm oil
• Food-grade potash (akahun)
• Ehuru seed
• Ground crayfish
• Ukpaka

Garnish

• Sliced onion

• Utazi leaves

Equipment

• Pot
• Knife
• Bowl
• Stove

Procedure

1. Add the goat heat to a pot along with grated onion, seasoning cube, pepper, and salt. Cover with water, and boil until the meat is tender.
2. Dissolve the potash in a small amount of water, and strain out any solids.
3. Remove the brain from the goat head, and place it in a mortar. Mash the brain with a spoonful of chili pepper.
4. When the meat is tender, separate the stock from the meat.
5. Heat the palm oil into a dry pot. Gradually stir the potash liquid into the oil until it turns yellow and thickens.
6. Add the mashed brain, meat stock, ehuru seed, crayfish, and ukpaka. Stir until blended.
7. Stir the meat into the mixture. Heat until steaming hot.
8. Garnish with sliced onion rings and utazi leaves. Serve in a small wooden mortar.