Archives Tag: Igbo delicacy
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Achicha Ede
April 19, 2022
Food serves as a window for viewing culture; it is an ethnic marker. The study of food and food practices can help us in understanding people. This is not just because all humans eat, but because they all make conscious choices about food within a cultural milieu.[1] These choices not only reveal who they are … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Achicha Ede
Recipe For Nkwobi
April 19, 2022
On our menu today is the culinary delight, nkwobi. Nkwobi is a popular meat sauce found in most bars and local restaurants in different parts of Nigeria. Cow leg is the main ingredient for this meal. The best accompaniment for Nkwobi is a chilled drink. This spicy meal is best served warm in a mini … Continue reading Recipe For Nkwobi
Origin of the Nigerian Foods: Isi Ewu
April 19, 2022
Isi ewu is a rich traditional delicacy that originated from the southeastern part of Nigeria. I consider this region the Olingo Republic of Nigeria. Olingo is the Igbo slang for enjoyment. The southeast region is the one region in Nigeria with the license to chop money. The typical Igbo man believes that drinking is the … Continue reading Origin of the Nigerian Foods: Isi Ewu
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Nsala
April 19, 2022
Food is a central activity of human beings. It is a global language of communication. It not only satisfies the body, it is a tool for building families, relationships and even communities. Cultural foods represent the traditions of a people. It is one of the most significant trademarks of a culture.[1] The preparation and consumption … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Nsala
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Owerri
April 19, 2022
Owerri, the capital of Imo state is located in the heart of Igboland. It is the state’s largest city and the unofficial statue headquarters of Nigeria. People of Owerri are lovers of good music; the town has an active night life that is unrivaled in all of South-Eastern Nigeria. The interesting thing about the soup … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Owerri
Recipe for Isi Ewu
April 19, 2022
Isi ewu is an Igbo delicacy that looks like nkwobi. Both are different. Well, except for the principal ingredient (cow leg in nkwobi, goat head in isi ewu), the ingredients and method of preparation of both meals are the same. They are both served in a small wooden mortar called okwa. Isi ewu is a comfort … Continue reading Recipe for Isi Ewu
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Nkwobi
April 19, 2022
The Igbos are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria. One distinct characteristic of this people is their enterprising nature. The typical Igbo man is a hustler. Igba mbo which literally translates to hard work is not just an ideology, it is a way of life for Ndi Igbo. Interestingly, reward for hard work … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Nkwobi
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ukwa
April 19, 2022
On our history segment today is ukwa, a delicacy that hails from Igboland. Ukwa is called African breadfruit in English because it is similar to the breadfruit eaten in the Caribbean and South Pacific. The African breadfruit is eaten by people of different ethnic groups in Nigeria. These ethnic groups not only have different ways … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ukwa
Recipe for Ofe Owerri
April 19, 2022
Ofe Owerri is the traditional soup of Owerri people of Imo State. It is a culinary delight, a soup prepared with love. I call it the royal cuisine of the Owerri because the soup plays host to a wide variety of meat and fish and is highly nutritious too. Ofe Owerri is also not budget-friendly; … Continue reading Recipe for Ofe Owerri
Recipe for Abacha
April 19, 2022
On our menu, today is Abacha, a well-loved local delicacy in Igboland. (Well, this food also shares the same spelling as the name of the infamous late Nigerian dictator, Gen. Sani Abacha.) Abacha is also called African Salad; this meal can be served as an appetizer or a main dish. It is a ceremonial food … Continue reading Recipe for Abacha
