Okra Soup with Gboma Leaves and Crab

Gboma leaves have a beloved somewhat bitter taste. This soup is an example of a Ewe dish flavored with them. If gboma leaves are not available, substitute spinach or another dark green leaf. The added oil adds to the soup’s “heaviness.” Ewes tend to use a lot of ginger, garlic, dried shrimp, and smoked fish. They often feel food is too bland without them. This recipe supports that claim.