African Velvet tamarind, scientifically known as Dialium Guineense is an indigenous fruit popularly consumed in West African countries, including Nigeria. This seasonal fruit is often called different name by each tribe; the Yorubas call it “Awin,” Igbos call African velvet tamarind, Icheku, while the Hausas call it “Tsamiyar kurm.” Nigerian velvet tamarind is one of…
Nigerian pear or African pear is a delicious fruit that originates from the Western Part of Africa, and it is often eaten with roasted or cooked corn. In the southeastern part of Nigeria, it is called Ube. However, Nigerian pear is scientifically known as Dacryodes Edulis. However, apart from being a super delicious fruit, Nigerian…
Black pepper is one of the most popularly used spices across the world, and it has been adding spicy flavors to numerous dishes for thousands of years. Black pepper is the most traded spice in the world, and it is also one of the most common spices used on preparing dishes around the world. That’s…
The bitter leaf plant, scientifically known as Vernonia Amygdalina is a medicinal herb that grows in tropical Africa and it is tagged “bitter” due to its bitter taste. However, this vegetable is one of the most versatile and beneficial plants in the world as it is used for medicinal, culinary, and even curative purposes. In…
Tiger nuts are edible tubers which originate from ancient Egypt, and they are very nutritious as they contain several potent nutrients, including carbohydrate, fat, fiber, calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, copper, iron, zinc, etc. Tiger nuts are cultivated and eaten in many parts of Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. In Nigeria, tiger nuts…
Moringa oleifera is a potent plant that has been linked with several health benefits, and it is often regarded as “the miracle plant.” The scientific name of moringa is Moringa oleifera. It is a great source of healthy antioxidants and bioactive plant compounds. However, this article contains 10 Intriguing Health Benefits of Moringa, and it…
Dates are a delicious and nutritious fruit which originates from Iraq. Ever since this fruit was discovered thousands of years ago, it has grown to become one of the most sought after foods in the world, ranging from Africa, Europe Asia, America, etc. The fruits are actually from the date palm tree; they are either…
Zobo is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, ranging from Africa to Asia, Europe, America, etc. and it is served in various homes and restaurants. You may think Zobo is just a regular drink for quenching thirst and feeling the belly, but it’s more than that! Zobo is not just a delicious…
If you are a Nigerian, and you have not come across owo soup, then you definitely haven’t traveled around the country. Owo soup is a tasty delicacy that is eaten and associated mainly with the South-South region of Nigeria, particularly the Itsekiri, Isoko, Urhobo, Ijaw peoples of Delta state and Bini people of Edo state….
Nzu, or calabash chalk is an edible clay that is found mainly in Nigeria and other West African countries. The common name is calabash chalk. However, in Nigeria, most people call it nzu in Igbo. It is also called ndom in Efik/Ibibio and eko in Bini/Edo language. Although nzu is predominantly eaten by pregnant women…