Yam and potato porridge with peppered ponmo is an upgraded version of yam porridge, a popular dish in southern Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people. The porridge is served with peppered ponmo due to the fact that people like to…
Nigerian toasted groundnuts are made by cooking groundnuts over high heat until gently toasted. When roasted or fried, groundnuts have a pleasant flavor and can be offered at parties and special occasions. They go well with bread, garri (drinkable garri),…
Roasted yam, also known as Ìṣu sisun in the Yoruba language, is a typical Nigerian street food mostly eaten as a snack. It is prepared just like roasted corn and eaten with groundnuts or boli (roasted plantain). Ingredients Yam Ground…
Rice and beans jollof is a typical Nigerian food made from rice and beans. It is served with beef, chicken or moin moin. Ingredients 1 cup dried beans 2 fresh chiles 5 medium tomatoes 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons…
Pito is a local drink common in Nigeria. In Lagos specifically, pito is majorly hawked in the street in an earthen pot or drum to keep it chilled. Ingredients Dried guinea corn (sorghum) Sugar (optional) Procedure Grind guinea corn into…
Nigerian peppered turkey wings is a side dish that can be eaten with rice in Nigeria. It is also eaten at parties. Ingredients 6 turkey wings 2 small onions, peeled 4 cloves garlic (optional) ½ teaspoon ginger 2 teaspoon stock…
Wara refers to Nigerian cheese curds or tofu, the former being made from cow milk and the latter from soy milk. It is sometimes eaten as a snack by travelers, who can always get it as a staple product. The…
Nigerian eggplant fufu is a swallow made from eggplants Despite the dark purple colour of eggplant, it turns a dark greyish colour as in amala when cooked. Ingredients 2 eggplants 2 tablespoons psyllium husk powder Equipment Pot Food processor Paper…
Nigerian egg stew is a flavorful dish made by cooking beaten eggs with chile pepper and onion in palm oil. It resembles scrambled eggs with a spicy twist and is commonly served with boiled yam, cocoyam, or potatoes. Ingredients 2…
Egg pepper soup is a popular Nigerian dish known for its simplicity and bold flavors. It is a delicious combination of eggs, peppers, and spices, creating a rich and flavorful soup. This dish is quick and easy to prepare, making…
Nigerian cocoyam chips, popularly called kokoro in Yoruba, are a type of chips made with cocoyam (taro root). Ingredients Cocoyam Salt Vegetable oil Equipment Frying pan Knife Stove Procedure Wash cocoyam with water, and peel the tuber. Rinse twice to…
Kunun tamba is a porridge made from finger millet. It is common in the northern part of Nigeria. Ingredients ¼ cup tamba (finger millet) Ginger 1 cup water 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons sugar Equipment Sieve Bowl Pot Procedure Wash…