Archives Tag: Temburu
Temburu: A Fattening Room Delicacy in Okrika
April 19, 2022
Nigeria is a country with diverse ethnic groups. I consider the country a reservoir of food culture because the different ethnic groups have their traditional cuisine. These traditional foods are usually dependent on the food and ingredients that are produced in a particular area. Interestingly, these ethnic groups share two traits in common. First is … Continue reading Temburu: A Fattening Room Delicacy in Okrika
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Temburu
April 19, 2022
One might be tempted to think that the adage: “the taste of the pudding is in the eating” was referring to the mouthwatering Temburu delicacy. Temburu, pronounced “Temgburu” is a combination of ripe plantain and yam, boiled separately and pounded together into a smooth texture. It is usually moulded into sizeable balls and relished with … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Temburu
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