Archives Tag: Recipes
Genger Soup Recipe
April 19, 2022
The genger tree is found mostly in Tiv land. It blooms from late November to early April, after which it is said that the genger loses its rich taste as soon as the rains set in. The flower buds are picked and the petals are detached, while the shell goes through a rigorous process of drying … Continue reading Genger Soup Recipe
By amarachi
5 Cooking Hacks You Should Know
April 19, 2022
I love cooking, especially when I’m having friends over. I can go beyond myself making the perfect meal for them. But as much as I would want to engross myself in that much work creating the perfect meal, I don’t like spending too much time in the kitchen and I know a lot of people … Continue reading 5 Cooking Hacks You Should Know
By amarachi
Margi Special
April 19, 2022
The beautiful thing about a lot of Nigerian dishes is their cross-border differences. The dishes that come out of Nigeria always have a cultural-edge and they never fall short of praise after a first-time taste. One of such many delicacies is the Margi Special – with its northern Nigerian heritage, the dish is also know … Continue reading Margi Special
By amarachi
Video Of The Week: Healthy Nigerian Meal Ideas
April 19, 2022
If you’re on a weight loss journey or in search of more meal options, this video is for you because it introduces you to three meal ideas you can always fall back on. Watch the video below
5 Benefits of Turmeric as a Home Remedy
April 19, 2022
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a plant native to the Indians, it has a number of uses ranging from being used as a traditional medicine to being used as a spice for soups and gravy. It is also used as a dye for clothing. According to Top 10 Home Remedies, having some turmeric at home can be quite … Continue reading 5 Benefits of Turmeric as a Home Remedy
By amarachi
Ugba/Ukpaka Sauce
April 19, 2022
Ugba (aka ukpaka) sauce is a delicacy enjoyed by the Igbo people of Nigeria. The meal is simply shredded oil bean produced by natural fermentation. It is usually eaten alongside abacha, nkwobi and isi ewu or added to soups. In this recipe, however, it is the main ingredient. Ingredients 200g of ugba/ukpaka 4 pieces of garden egg One medium sized smoked … Continue reading Ugba/Ukpaka Sauce
By amarachi
DIY: Homemade Almond Milk
April 19, 2022
Almond milk has taken its place atop the table of plant-produced kinds of milk due to its super rich healthy nutrients combo. It is made by blending almonds with water and then straining the mixture to remove the solids. It can also be made by adding water to almond butter. To make this milk at … Continue reading DIY: Homemade Almond Milk
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Apapa Recipe
April 19, 2022
Among the tribes in Nigeria, there are meals that may look and taste the same but have different preparation processes. One of such meals is apapa which is prepared mostly by the Ebira of Kogi State and looks like moi-moi. But unlike moi moi, it has a darker colour shade because during preparation the coats of the beans … Continue reading Apapa Recipe
By amarachi
Recipe: Ila Alasepo
April 19, 2022
ILA ALASEPO RECIPE (OKRO SOUP) Ila Alasepo is indigenous to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is simply the Yoruba way of cooking okra. This recipe does not use onion because it is believed that onion affects the sticky nature of okra- I can’t categorically say how true this is?. The Ila Alasepo recipe completely … Continue reading Recipe: Ila Alasepo
By amarachi
White Soup Recipe
April 19, 2022
White soup, also called ofe nsala or afia efere, is native to the Igbos and the Efiks. It is called white soup because it is cooked without oil. The soup is thickened with yam, which can be substituted with achi or potato puree. It is quite easy to make but can be heavy on the … Continue reading White Soup Recipe
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Learn To Make Okpa With This Easy Recipe
April 19, 2022
The bambara nuts contain a large amount of protein. The nuts are grounded into flour and is the chief ingredient in the preparation of the Okpa pudding, a favourite delicacy in the eastern part of Nigeria, most especially Enugu state. Okpa can serve as both breakfast, lunch and dinner. As mentioned earlier the Bambara nut … Continue reading Learn To Make Okpa With This Easy Recipe
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Recipe: Ukwa (Breadfruit)
April 19, 2022
Breadfruit id known scientifically as Artocarpus camansi and locally as Ukwa . Ukwa is a heart-friendly meal and is also an excellent source of potassium. It is a local favourite in the eastern part of the country, it can also be roasted and eaten with coconut. This recipe was culled from Dooney’s Kitchen. Ingredients 3 cups … Continue reading Recipe: Ukwa (Breadfruit)
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DIY Wednesday: How to Make Agbalumo Cocktail
April 19, 2022
Agbalumo, also called Udara, and known in English as African Star Apple, is a fruit indigenous to Africa. The fruit is popular for its sweet-sour taste, sticky skin and milky juice that comes out of it when squeezed. The fruit is not without some interesting health benefits; Agbalumo is a natural remedy for toothache, constipation, … Continue reading DIY Wednesday: How to Make Agbalumo Cocktail
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Video Of The Week: How To Prepare Peanut Burgers
April 19, 2022
In this video, a Youtube vlogger takes you through the steps necessary to prepare Coated Peanuts or, peanut burgers as some Nigerians call it. Peanut burger is a staple snack in Nigerian that can be sold to earn income or eating as a home-made snack for the purpose of refreshment. See the video below.
How To Make Peanut Burger Snack
April 19, 2022
The peanut burger snack is very simple to make. Although not exactly ideal if you’re on a diet, but it makes for a delicious snack whilst watching a movie or could make for a fun project to do with the kids. Ingredients 3 cups of raw groundnuts 1 cup of flour ¼ baking powder 2tablespoon … Continue reading How To Make Peanut Burger Snack
By amarachi
