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Owo soup

A south-central Nigerian soup eaten by the Urhobo, Isoko, and Itsekiri, made with garri soaked in water, palm oil, and potash. At Delta State weddings, its absence is considered an insult to guests.

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It is common among the Urhobo, Isoko, and Itsekiri. The soup is made with garri soaked in water after palm oil and potash mixture has been added. It is traditionally served at weddings in the Delta State; its absence at a wedding celebration is considered insulting to guests. It is also served at other traditional celebrations.

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