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Food Health

Video of the Week: A Case for Fufu and Egusi Soup

April 19, 2022

  In an Instagram video, @askddietitian speaks on the health benefits of eating the popular Nigerian food combo, fufu and egusi soup. And I can bet you didn’t know these foods are as nutritious as she said in this video. Read more about Health So, Fufu and Egusi soup are not only delicious but also … Continue reading Video of the Week: A Case for Fufu and Egusi Soup

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Did You Know? 5 Delicacies that are Indigenous to Abia State

April 19, 2022

Abia State is located in southeastern Nigeria. This state which has been dubbed “God’s Own State” has Umuahia as its capital. The people of Abia are reputed to be industrious and hospitable. They have an interesting culture too. This culture finds expression in their food. Today, we’ll briefly discuss five delicacies that are indigenous to … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Delicacies that are Indigenous to Abia State

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Food

Food Tips: 4 Ways to Make Egusi Balls

April 19, 2022

I love egusi soup. Even though I enjoy this soup more when it has balls, I can eat it anyhow it turns out. Unfortunately, not everyone can eat egusi soup without balls. Some even go as far as calling it uncomplimentary names. I don’t blame them. But I think helping more people to learn how … Continue reading Food Tips: 4 Ways to Make Egusi Balls

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Food

Recipe for Ofe Achara

April 19, 2022

Ofe achara is a delicious soup that hails from Abia State. There are two major ingredients for this soup. The first is achara which is derived from the edible elephant grass. The second is grinded melon seeds which the natives mould and which they call akpuruakpu egusi. Read more about Nigerian Foods Ingredients: Egusi Osu … Continue reading Recipe for Ofe Achara

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Food

South Eastern Delicacies: Ofe Achara, the Traditional Soup of Abia State

April 19, 2022

The first time I ate Ofe Achara was at my friend’s traditional wedding at one of the communities in Isiala Ngwa Local Government Area. I was one of the asoebi ladies. While we were getting dressed, the bride’s younger sister walked in. Behind her were three waiters; each was carrying a small warmer. We were … Continue reading South Eastern Delicacies: Ofe Achara, the Traditional Soup of Abia State

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