Nigerian Peppersoup Seasoning Substitute

Recreate the bold, aromatic essence of traditional Nigerian peppersoup with this easy-to-make seasoning substitute! Packed with a symphony of spices like cloves, dried ginger, turmeric, and white pepper, this blend ensures an authentic depth of flavor while offering convenient substitutions for harder-to-find ingredients like Calabash nutmeg and alligator pepper. Perfect for enhancing fish, meat, or vegetarian peppersoup, this homemade spice mix comes together in just 10 minutes and can be stored for months, making it both practical and flavorful. Whether you're recreating beloved Nigerian recipes or exploring new culinary frontiers, this DIY seasoning blend will fill your kitchen with irresistible warmth and spice.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Calabash nutmeg (optional, or substitute with nutmeg)
• 1 teaspoon Ground alligator pepper (optional, or substitute with black cardamom or black pepper)
• 1 teaspoon Cloves
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried ginger powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Powdered garlic
• 2 small leaves Bay leaves (crushed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Measure and gather all the ingredients in the specified quantities.

Step 2

Using a spice grinder, mortar and pestle, or blender, combine the cloves, dried ginger powder, dried chili flakes, bay leaves, and calabash nutmeg or its substitute (if using).

Step 3

Grind all the spices into a fine powder. If using a mortar and pestle, ensure you take your time to achieve a smooth, consistent blend.

Step 4

Add the ground alligator pepper (or its substitute), ground white pepper, ground turmeric, powdered garlic, and salt to the mixture.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.

Step 6

Transfer the spice blend into an airtight container or jar to store. Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(20.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	61.2

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1190.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 2.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 63.9mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 188.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 63.5%