Archives Tag: nigerian recipes
How to Make Cassava Fufu the Ajebo Way
April 19, 2022
We live in an era of easy cooking. People no like stress again and who will blame them? The made easy life is bae abeg. Last week, we discussed how to make cassava fufu, a swallow that is known for its strong smell and smooth texture. Personally, I don’t care about the smell of cassava … Continue reading How to Make Cassava Fufu the Ajebo Way
Miyan Kubewa, The Northwestern Delicacy from Kaduna
April 19, 2022
Culture is directly related to human experiences. It forms people’s everyday life, their views, lifestyles, basic assumptions, their perceptions. Above all, culture shapes our individual relationships. Nigeria is inhabited by various ethnic nationalities; these nationalities have different languages, modes of dressing, eating, dancing and even greeting habits. But in spite of these differences in cultures, … Continue reading Miyan Kubewa, The Northwestern Delicacy from Kaduna
Recipe for Akara
April 19, 2022
Akara, also known as bean balls, is a product of beans. While growing up, akara and pap was Saturday morning delicacy in our home. While we all looked forward to this meal, we also dreaded one task that inevitably comes with it. That task is beans peeling. Because we take turns to do this chore, … Continue reading Recipe for Akara
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
Recipe for Abak-Atama Soup
April 19, 2022
My friend, Linda says I’m an Eastern chic. This means I was born and buttered in South-Eastern Nigeria. Even though I had travelled to different parts of the country at different times, I stuck faithfully to my Igbo friends and our Igbo cuisine. While I had acquaintances from other ethnic groups, Igbo food was all … Continue reading Recipe for Abak-Atama Soup
How To Make Water Yam Fritters
April 19, 2022
One of the best parts of growing up was waking up to the aroma of Water Yam Fritters. Water yam fritters is popularly called Ojojo and it is common to those living in Ijebu, a hometown in the Western part of Nigeria. It is a good meal to serve to the whole family. Water yam or, … Continue reading How To Make Water Yam Fritters
By adepeju
Recipe For Groundnut Soup
April 19, 2022
Groundnut soup, also known as Omisagwe, is a soup made from peanuts or groundnuts, usually with various other ingredients. It is a staple of African cuisines in countries such as Nigeria and Ghana. In Nigeria, among the Benin(Edo) people, it’s a native soup often eaten with pounded yam. It’s also interesting to note that, it’s prepared the … Continue reading Recipe For Groundnut Soup
By amarachi
How to Make Okoho Soup
April 19, 2022
Okoho soup is made from the Okoho stem and is eaten predominantly by the Idoma people of Benue state. The stick is also known as Ajara or Orogbolo by the Yoruba tribe, and Dafara by the Hausas. It is prepared with bush meat and is known for its slimy and ‘draw’ nature. The Okoho stem is highly medicinal and also aids … Continue reading How to Make Okoho Soup
By amarachi
Common Nigerian Foods and their Origins
April 19, 2022
Food is needed for man’s sustainability and existence. It is therefore important to be aware of both its usefulness and its origins. In Nigeria, there are many foods we claim as our indigenous meals and we are unaware of their origin. Here are a few Nigerian foods and their origins: Jollof Rice Jollof Rice is … Continue reading Common Nigerian Foods and their Origins
By adepeju
11 Swallows and Their Health Benefits
April 19, 2022
Eating good food can define our life. In the wake of various illnesses and various health problems such as cancer, diabetes etc it is important for individuals to watch what they eat. As you take care of your physical looks, it’s very important to care for what you put inside too. In Nigeria we have … Continue reading 11 Swallows and Their Health Benefits
By beckonoise
