What is the benefit of eating liver organ meat? Liver meat is one of the most nutritious meats on the planet. Many people love its taste and unique texture, and there are also a few who are not fans of liver meat. Liver meat is found in different animals; cow-beef, goat-mutton, or even lamb-liver, and…
Squirrels are one of the animals that are commonly seen all over the world. They belong to the family Sciuridae, which consists of small or medium-sized rodents. They are small rodents with slender bodies, large eyes, and bushy tails. Their fur is short, silky, and soft. The color of their fur can be white, yellow,…
When typical Nigerians talk about salads, the first thing that comes to mind is mayonnaise. Mayonnaise is one of the most common food dressing ingredients. It was invented by the French chef of Duke de Richelieu in 1756. It is a creamy sauce made from egg yolks, oil, vinegar, and other additives. These ingredients are…
Date fruit (botanically known as Phoenix dactylifera) is a fruit from the date palm species of the palm family. It has dark brown skin and soft flesh and is uniquely sweet. Dates originated from Iraq. It grows in tropical regions like North Africa, South Africa, and the Middle East. Dates are one of the common fruits…
Roasting is a way of cooking that involves using dry heat to cook the food with an open flame, an oven, or another heat source. Roasting is a very common method of cooking, and foods that are cooked that way are generally known as roasted foods. It is one of the easiest cooking methods that…
Do you love shawarma? If so, you’re not alone! Shawarma is a popular dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. But what is shawarma, exactly? Shawarma is a type of sandwich that is made with roasted meat that is shaved off a rotating spit. The meat can be lamb, beef, chicken, or…
Dried fish is collective term used for fish that has been preserved using drying method. Drying method is a food preservation method that involves removing water from the food, which reduces the growth of microorganisms in it. The fish is usually air dried, sun dried, or by smoking or freezing. This article will provide you…
Hot dogs are a type of sausage that is typically made from beef, pork, or a combination of the two. The sausage is then smoked and/or cooked before being placed in a casing, which is often made from animal intestines. Hot dogs are commonly served on a bun with various toppings, such as mustard, ketchup,…
The combination of malt and milk is very common among Nigerians as they claim it maximizes blood production in the human body. Ultimately, these two drink combinations are given to people who donate blood or want to improve blood supply. However, does this mean that malt and milk can be used to regain blood in…
Achicha ede, as popularly eaten by eastern Nigerians, is a delicious meal mainly prepared from dried cocoyam flakes. Other ingredients used in preparing achicha ede include red palm oil, leafy green vegetables, ukpaka (ugba), akidi, onions, pepper, and pigeon pea (fio fio). The Igbos consume this special delicacy both as an everyday meal and on…
