Tip of the Day: How to Preserve Fresh Tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes are perishable vegetables used in preparing a variety of meals in Nigeria. Tomato production is largely done through irrigation in most states in northern Nigeria. This is because the rainy season does not favour the growth of the

Did You Know? Drinking Water Aids Weight Loss

Water is a life giving gift of nature. It is associated with birth, fertility, purification and refreshment. Sixty percent of the human body is made up of water. While there is no universally agreed quantity of water to be consumed

How to Prepare Moi Moi in Uma Leaves

Uma leaf is the local leaf used in wrapping moi moi and other meals. It not only adds a certain taste and flavour to it, it also helps it to cook faster. Wrapping moi moi paste in uma leaves is

Recipe for Carrot Stew

White rice and tomato stew is the usual Sunday dinner for the average Nigerian family. But even when another food is on the menu for Sunday dinner, tomato stew for the week is still prepared for the family. The reason

Did you Know? 8 Plantain Food Products

Plantains are the less sweet, starchier equivalent of banana. They are rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals. Plantains are a staple food in most homes in Nigeria. Interestingly, a variety of meals can be made from this food regardless of

Recipe for Ukpo Ogede

On our menu today is the plantain dish, ukpo ogede. Two principal ingredients used in its preparation are plantain and corn meal. Ukpo ogede, also known as plantain moi moi, is a great way to make use of that overripe

Food Tips: 7 Foods that can Prevent Cancer

Cancer is an all encompassing word for a large number of non-communicable diseases that are characterized by the development of abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and destroy normal body tissue. Cancer is one of the major causes of global mortality.

Did you Know? 6 Meals You can Prepare from Garri

Have you ever stopped to ponder over the words, “what if?” Have you ever pondered about the power it commands? If you have, you will know that these two words which express curiosity not only dare the status quo but

Kitchen Tips: 6 Ways to be a Better Cook

A great meal is always a memorable experience. You can’t get enough of it; it even tempts you to prolong the experience. If you’re the creator of such a fantastic meal, you can’t help but lap up the compliments; the

Recipe for Wainar Rogo

Garri is a staple food in most homes in Nigeria. It is gluten free flour made from cassava. Garri is rich in carbohydrate. Even though I knew people of different ethnic groups prepared different meals from it, I never thought

Donkwa, the Popular Street Snack in Northern Nigeria

Donkwa, which is also known as tanfirin, is native to Northern Nigeria. It is well loved by children. This popular street snack is easy to prepare. It doesn’t require cooking. In fact, donkwa can be ready in 30 minutes. Mixing

Recipe for Donkwa

On our recipe today is Donkwa. Donkwa is also known as Tanfiri. This snack which looks like peanut burger is well loved by children in Northern Nigeria. It is soft, yummy, filling, and very easy to prepare. Donkwa doesn’t require

Kitchen Tips: How to Maintain Hygiene in the Kitchen

The kitchen is the powerhouse of the home. The key to the health of the family. Thus, food safety is considered top priority. Good kitchen hygiene ensures that everything about food preparation and consumption is safe. Below are six tips

Did you Know? 7 Popular Street Foods in Northern Nigeria

Street foods are part of every locality. They showcase the rich culture of the people and they play a major role in their economy. Most Nigerian delicacies take time to prepare so some women buy street food as a quicker

Miyan Zogale, A Northern Nigerian Cuisine

Miyan Zogale is a Nigerian soup that hails from Northern Nigeria. Northern Nigeria is predominantly occupied by the Hausa-Fulani, the largest ethnic group in the country. The soup, miyan zogale, derives its name from two Hausa words, ‘miyan’ which means

Recipe for Miyan Kuka

Miyan kuka, which is also known as luru soup, is a Nigerian soup that hails from Northern Nigeria. This soup is green in colour. It is also very easy to prepare. Two vital ingredients for making miyan kuka are ground

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