Archives Tag: Northern Nigerian Delicacy
Northeastern Delicacies: Danwake, A Northern Nigerian Food
April 19, 2022
Our food history segment today takes us to Northern Nigeria. Our topic of discussion is Danwake. This food is a major staple in most homes in Adamawa State and other parts of Northern Nigeria. Danwake literally means “Son of Beans.” It can also be called Beans Dumpling. On its own, this food is tasteless. Like … Continue reading Northeastern Delicacies: Danwake, A Northern Nigerian Food
Kilishi, The Northern Nigerian Snack
April 19, 2022
Kilishi is a spicy Nigerian beef jerky that forms part of the food culture of Northern Nigeria. Its making is one of the pillars of rural economy in Northern Nigeria. In that part of the country, this primordial pursuit is family business, one that is passed from one generation to the next. Northern Nigeria is … Continue reading Kilishi, The Northern Nigerian Snack
Recipe for Miyan Geda, the Soup enjoyed in Niger State
April 19, 2022
Northern Nigerian delicacies may not be popular but they are certainly interesting. On our menu today is Miyan Geda; this soup is enjoyed not only in Niger State but in Northern Nigeria as a whole. Miyan Geda can also be called groundnut soup. Like most traditional foods of northern Nigeria, this soup has a rich, … Continue reading Recipe for Miyan Geda, the Soup enjoyed in Niger State
Recipe for Awara, the Popular Snack in Kwara State
April 19, 2022
Awara is soya bean cake. It’s a much loved delicacy in Kwara State. People usually buy it in the mornings and late afternoons. It’s a healthy snack, one that would leave the consumer full for very long. Awara is a very good source of protein. It can be enjoyed alone but it can also be … Continue reading Recipe for Awara, the Popular Snack in Kwara State
Recipe for Dambun Kifi, the Delicacy from Kebbi State
April 19, 2022
Dambun kifi is the Hausa word for fish floss. This delicacy can be prepared with any type of fresh or frozen fish. It can be enjoyed on its own, served with jollof rice or used as filling for sandwich. If you visit Kebbi, you should try it. Dambun kifi has an aroma that beckons you … Continue reading Recipe for Dambun Kifi, the Delicacy from Kebbi State
Katun Ridi, the Snack enjoyed in Kaduna State
April 19, 2022
Beniseed, or sesame seed as it is sometimes referred to, is an annual flowering plant which is cultivated for its seeds. It grows in pods and is believed to be the oldest cultivated oilseed in the world. Although its origin is doubtful, it is believed to have originated from Africa. Beniseed was introduced to Nigeria … Continue reading Katun Ridi, the Snack enjoyed in Kaduna State
Recipe for Sandar Jauro, the Snack Enjoyed in Jigawa State
April 19, 2022
Sandar Jauro means Jauro’s sticks in Hausa. Jauro is a Fulani male name but no one seems to know why this name was adopted for the snack under discussion. Sandar Jauro, also known as wheat sticks, is a scrumptious delight that is enjoyed in Jigawa State and other parts of Northern Nigeria. It can be … Continue reading Recipe for Sandar Jauro, the Snack Enjoyed in Jigawa State
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
Miyan Kuka, The Northwestern Delicacy from Jigawa State
April 19, 2022
Traditional foods are simple, naturally grown foods that have been eaten for centuries; they are passed on from generation to generation. They constitute an important part of the culture, history, identity, heritage and local economy of a region or country. Traditional foods are nutritious and most of them are free from additives. They are key … Continue reading Miyan Kuka, The Northwestern Delicacy from Jigawa State
