Bitterleaf Soup for Liver Detox

Bitterleaf earns its name honestly, which is why the washing and squeezing step at the start matters — it pulls out enough of the natural bitterness that what's left is more of a background note than an overwhelming flavor.

This version builds a full pot around it, with beef or goat meat simmered until tender, then stockfish, crayfish, and palm oil added in stages so each ingredient has time to release its flavor into the broth. Bitterleaf is a traditional ingredient in dishes described as liver-friendly across West African cooking, often served alongside fufu, rice, or boiled plantain.