Plantain fufu is a classic meal made from plantain, which is an unripe green plant. Before it can be used, this unripe plantain is primarily processed into a paste. It is commonly referred to as “swallow” in West Africa due to its firm texture. Plantain fufu or plantain amala is one of the most healthy…
If you are planning to lose weight, then you have to focus on eating foods that are low in calories. Many people think the only way to lose weight is by skipping meals or fasting, but it is not very sustainable. Rather, you should try to eat meals that are low in calories. You gain…
You must have heard of saccharin before when making something that required sweetening. Saccharin is a non-nutritive or artificial sweetener that doesn’t contain any calories or carbohydrates. This means it doesn’t add anything to the energy of a person. It looks like white, crystal-like powder and is commonly used as a sugar alternative because it…
Gbegiri soup is a type of Nigerian soup that is peculiar to the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria. It is a delicious soup made from peeled, cooked beans. Hence, it is also known as beans soup and is commonly served at local restaurants. Gbegiri soup is delicious, velvety, and mildly flavoured; however, on its own, it…
In most urban parts of Nigeria, people complain that their diet mostly consists of carbohydrates: the usual rice, pasta, noodles, garri, demo, and other starchy foods. Carbohydrates are good as they give the body energy, which is necessary for work. But too much of it can be a problem, including increased weight gain and even…
The Yorubas call fermented corn water “omi ogi” or “omidun.” It is a medicinal liquid substance that is believed to prevent and treat a number of diseases in the western part of Nigeria. In addition, herbal medicine specialists in Nigeria advise making your herbs with fermented corn water. This fermented drink is produced by soaking…
Vegetable soup is a popular delicacy in Nigeria. It is prepared with fluted pumpkin leaves (Telfairia occidentalis). Pumpkin leaf, also known as ugu by Nigerian Igbos, is an edible leafy vegetable that is extremely good for the body. This vegetable improves digestion while also assisting in the overall balance of your diet. Ugu vegetable got…
Have you ever been on a trip, and you needed to empty your bladder and had no option but to go to the restroom? It’s an experience I’ve had a few times, and I’m guessing you’ve had it as well. However, when you arrive at the restroom, you find it difficult to pee. This could…
Two decades ago, kerosene stoves were a common sight in most Nigerian homes. It was an upgrade from using charcoal to cook. Kerosene stove was able to get the job done with less mess than the charcoal stove. Kerosene stoves were everywhere. However, there have been concerns over the years about the health effects of…
Cinnamon has been used for millennia, both as a spice and also as a form of natural treatment, especially by the Ancient Egyptians and Chinese. Cinnamon once had so much that it was traded as currency, with more worth than gold. These days, it is commonly used as a spice. It is used in cooking…
