Authentic Beninese Spiced Mushroom Soup

Assemble the ingredients: mushroom, salt, lemon juice, potato, stock, paprika, olive oil.

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

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Beninese 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 Beninese accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.