Owo Soup
Owo soup is the traditional soup of the Benin people of Nigeria. It does not require the use of vegetables like most Nigerian soups. Here’s what you would need to prepare it, and how. Ingredients Meat (cow meat, chicken, turkey, snail, etc) Garri Periwinkle (optional) Dry pepper Smoked/Dry fish White native salt Starch Crayfish Seasoning cubes […]
5 Benefits of Turmeric as a Home Remedy
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a plant native to the Indians, it has a number of uses ranging from being used as a traditional medicine to being used as a spice for soups and gravy. It is also used as a dye for clothing. According to Top 10 Home Remedies, having some turmeric at home can be quite […]
4 Surprising Benefits of Salt
Table salt, also known as sodium chloride, is an important ingredient used in preparing and preserving food. But in addition to these, there are other benefits of salt, especially in curing minor ailments. To Treat a Sore Throat Salt is a simple and effective remedy for a sore throat. It draws the excess fluid from the inflamed […]
DIY: Turmeric Milk
Turmeric milk or golden milk is simply an infusion of turmeric powder or turmeric roots into milk. It is a staple cure for cold days and running nose in Indian homes. It is easy to prepare and according to Natural Living Ideas, it has a ton of health benefits some of which include providing relief […]
Ugba/Ukpaka Sauce
Ugba (aka ukpaka) sauce is a delicacy enjoyed by the Igbo people of Nigeria. The meal is simply shredded oil bean produced by natural fermentation. It is usually eaten alongside abacha, nkwobi and isi ewu or added to soups. In this recipe, however, it is the main ingredient. Ingredients 200g of ugba/ukpaka 4 pieces of garden egg One medium sized smoked […]
Suya Spots In Abuja
Suya is a spicy meat served on a stick popularly prepared by the Hausa people of Nigeria. Suya spots are found in almost every street in Nigeria. Here are three top suya spots in Abuja. Yahuza Suya Spot At Yahuza Suya Spot, the art of suya making is so finely mastered and executed. They have […]
DIY: Homemade Almond Milk
Almond milk has taken its place atop the table of plant-produced kinds of milk due to its super rich healthy nutrients combo. It is made by blending almonds with water and then straining the mixture to remove the solids. It can also be made by adding water to almond butter. To make this milk at […]
Apapa Recipe
Among the tribes in Nigeria, there are meals that may look and taste the same but have different preparation processes. One of such meals is apapa which is prepared mostly by the Ebira of Kogi State and looks like moi-moi. But unlike moi moi, it has a darker colour shade because during preparation the coats of the beans […]
Home Remedies For Constipation
According to WebMD, “Being constipated means your bowel movements are tough or happen less often than normal.” This means that your faeces are dry and hard to pass, the longer the food stays in the system, the more water dries up from it, toughening it up. The reasons for constipation may include – dehydration, lifestyle choices, […]
Did You Know Ewedu Plant Can Cure Dandruff?
Corchorus olitorius also known as the jute leaf is the second most cultivated vegetable fibre right after cotton. The jute leaf is consumed globally; in Nigeria it is cooked into a slimy stew called ewedu eaten most especially by the Yoruba people. The jute leaf contains a number of nutritional benefits. facts about ewedu It is […]
Top Four Amala Joints In Ibadan
Ibadan is the third most popular city in Nigeria. An amala heaven, it is said that a trip to Ibadan is not complete without sampling the amala ati ewedu the city has to offer. This list is compiled in no particular order and a visit to any of these joints will definitely be a worthwhile experience. […]
DIY: Lip Balm
A lip balm is a substance applied to chapped and dried out lips to help moisturise it. Its main ingredient springs from beeswax or carnauba wax. There are a lot of lip balm products in the stores made from a host of chemical and artificial substances that could harm your lips and environment. Making your […]
Recipe: Ila Alasepo
ILA ALASEPO RECIPE (OKRO SOUP) Ila Alasepo is indigenous to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is simply the Yoruba way of cooking okra. This recipe does not use onion because it is believed that onion affects the sticky nature of okra- I can’t categorically say how true this is?. The Ila Alasepo recipe completely […]
Home Remedies For Dog Bites
Editor’s Note: The remedies for dog bites outlined in this article are for people who cannot immediately access medial attention. These remedies should be applied while you wait for medical attention. If you can get medical care immediately, please do not use these remedies. Dog bites are dangerous and can range from minor to life-threatening, […]
White Soup Recipe
White soup, also called ofe nsala or afia efere, is native to the Igbos and the Efiks. It is called white soup because it is cooked without oil. The soup is thickened with yam, which can be substituted with achi or potato puree. It is quite easy to make but can be heavy on the […]
Home Remedies For Eczema
Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a skin condition that leaves the skin dry, flaky, red, itching and sometimes cracked. Dermatitis are grossly irritating, and although there are no specified causes of this skin condition, eczema is not contagious. Here are some ways to help treat this skin condition. Tea tree oil Also called ti […]