Archives Tag: water yam pottage
Recipe for Ikokore
April 19, 2022
On our menu today is the culinary jewel of Ijebuland. Ikokore is a meal made with water yam. It is a rich food prepared with lots of orisirisi. Ikokore can either be enjoyed alone or with cold eba. Whether you’re Yoruba or not, this pottage delicacy should grace your dining table this Christmas. If you … Continue reading Recipe for Ikokore
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ikokore
April 19, 2022
Ogun State is located in South-Western Nigeria. The state is predominantly peopled by the Egba, Ijebu, Egbado, Remo, Yewa, and the Awori. These belong to the main Yoruba ethnic groups. Ogun borders Lagos State to the south, Oyo and Osun states to the north, Ondo State to the east, and the Republic of Benin to … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ikokore
How to Make Water Yam Pottage (Ikokore)
April 19, 2022
Water yam is the tuber of Dioscorea alata also called yam. It’s quite different from other yam species because it’s mucilaginous and so, not as popular for cooking. Water yam can be boiled, fried (ojojo) and can even be made into flour. The nutritional content of water yam includes vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, … Continue reading How to Make Water Yam Pottage (Ikokore)
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