Poundo potato is a Nigerian light staple dish made from potatoes. It is made by pounding boiled potatoes into a smooth dough-like consistency. Potatoes are edible tubers high in carbohydrates and rich nutrients such as vitamin C, B6, phosphorus, niacin, manganese. Poundo potato is a Nigerian swallow, thus, it is eaten alongside a variety of…
One thing about Nigerians is that we love to eat, and we have a lot of options to choose from. With over 300 ethnic groups in the country, Nigeria has the type of diversity that ensures an abundance of food. Still, despite that, there are some foods are enjoyed around the country, regardless of ethnic…
Snail meat is a delicacy in certain places, including Nigeria. While snail might not look appetising, some people are gifted in the art of preparing it in such a way that it may be hard to tell it apart from other kinds of meat. There are joints and high-class restaurants where snail meat is part…
Alligator meat, as the name suggests, is the meaty flesh of alligators that is consumed by humans. The meat has a mild flavor and strong texture. It is a type of game meat that is gaining popularity due to its unique taste and potential health benefits. Alligator meat is obtained by hunting and farming alligators,…
As a busy parent, you wake up early every morning to prepare your child’s lunchbox for school. But sometimes, you find yourself struggling to come up with healthy and delicious lunch ideas that your child will actually enjoy. You might worry about packing the same old boring foods every day, and wonder if your child…
A sausage roll is a savory pastry that consists of a tube of sausage meat wrapped in flaky, buttery pastry. The pastry is usually puff pastry, but shortcrust pastry is also used. The sausage meat is seasoned with herbs and spices, giving it a delicious, savory flavor. The pastry is crispy and flaky on the…
Pounded yam, also known as Iyan in western locations of Nigeria, is a yam recipe made by boiling the yam and then pounding it with a mortar and pestle until it stretches out like a dough. It is one of the popular healthy swallows in Nigeria. Pounded yam is used to eat delicious Nigerian soups…
Tom Tom sweets are popular cough drops and throat lozenges known for their soothing properties and refreshing flavors. It is an elliptical, black and white candy, with strong menthol flavour. The sweet has been around for decades now and has evolved into a sort of icon here in Nigeria. It is not uncommon for many…
Breadfruit is a tropical fruit from the mulberry family, and it has a striking resemblance with a Jackfruit, but breadfruit is not a jackfruit. This fruit comes from a flowering tree scientifically known as ‘Artocarpus Altillis’. It is a large fruit that green outside and yellow inside. Breadfruit can be used to prepare so many…
Powdered milk is an excellent alternative to fresh milk. It is produced when milk is evaporated until it is dry. The water is removed from the milk during this process, leaving all the nutrients in place. Besides being cheaper and easily obtainable, powdered milk has several health benefits, as it is an excellent source of…