Okpa

1. Begin by measuring out the necessary amount of okpa flour and place it in a mixing bowl along with some palm oil.
2. Use your hands to combine and knead the dough until it homogenizes and acquires an orangey-yellow color, then add the pepper, stock, onion, cray fish and salt and combine.
3. Add lukewarm water as you knead until the mixture reaches your desired consistency and the lumps have been dissolved. Careful not to add too much water, since we don't want to make it too soft.
4. Next, add the mashed scotch bonnet peppers to your liking. After incorporating it into the mix, taste it and adjust the flavor to your taste.
5. Once the mixture is even, scoop spoonfuls of the okpa and place them in either banana or plantain leaves (you can use plastic wrap as well), fold securely, place in a plastic bag and tie with kitchen string. Place the parcels in a pot of boiling water and cook on high heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the Okpa has become firm.
6. Serve hot either on its own or with custard or pap and a cup of tea.

Enjoy!