Nkwobi

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In a large pot, boil the cleaned cow foot pieces with enough water to cover them. Add salt and one chopped onion. Cook until tender, which may take about 2-3 hours on low heat.

Ingredients quick view

2 lbs cow foot, cleaned and cut into pieces

1 cup palm oil

2 tablespoons ground crayfish

1 teaspoon food-grade potash (akanwu/kaun), dissolved in 2 tablespoons water

3-4 tablespoons ground pepper (to taste)

1 onion, finely chopped

1-2 cups water

Salt, to taste

1 tablespoon bitter leaf, washed and chopped (optional)

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Be careful when handling hot palm oil to avoid burns.

Make sure to cook the cow foot until very tender for the best texture.

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