Aromatic Cameroonian Grilled Mushroom Soup

Assemble the ingredients: mushroom, bay leaf, paprika, chili, salt, potato, onion.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the mushroom and cook until grilled.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Cameroonian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Cameroonian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.