Our recipe of the week is Pineapple Fried Rice which is also known as Tropical Fried Rice. Fried Rice is a very versatile meal because you can add almost anything to it and it will still end up a delectable family hit. Since rice is a favourite in Nigerian homes, it is important to have…
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Recipe Of The Week – Coconut Fried Bulgur Wheat
Our recipe of the week is Coconut Fried Bulgur Wheat. Bulgur is usually referred to as a “miracle grain” used to replace supposedly unhealthy grains like rice and pasta made with white flour. It is a lower calorie alternative to rice. it can also be enjoyed as a breakfast cereal. This fried “rice” like recipe…
Recipe Of The Week – Nigerian Spicy Snail Stew
Our recipe of the week is the Nigerian spicy snail stew recipe. Snails are being touted as the latest health superfood and that is because they are rich in protein, iron and Omega-3. If you are not opposed to trying something interesting, you would love this snail stew. Enjoy! [Recipe – How to make boiled…
Recipe Of The Week – Yaji Spiced Olives
Hi Mums! Our recipe of the week is Yaji Spiced Olives. Why olives? Olives are a great source of Iron which help with haemoglobin formation, they also help with stomach ulcers, cardiovascular health and are a great antioxidant. This explains why almost every restaurant Lagos, serves olives with their salad or as a side in…
Recipe Of The Week – Light Fish Stew (Imoyo)
Hi Mums! Our recipe of the week is Light Fish Stew. This dish is also called Imoyo in Lagos. It is delicious, different and easy to prepare. The flavor of the caramelized onions and the pre-cooked tomato, pepper and onion mix makes so much difference to the taste of this stew. You can pair this…
Recipe Of The Week – Akara Fish Tempura
Hi Mums, our recipe of the week is Akara Fish Tempura. It’s a pleasing, easy to cook substitute for our familiar Akara (Bean cake). Akara is a popular Nigerian snack made with beans, also known as bean cakes, bean-balls or bean fritas, however, this recipe is infused with eggs and fish fillet. You can always…
Recipe Of The Week – Ethiopian Plantain And Beef Stew
Hi Mums, our recipe of the week is Ethiopian plantain and beef stew. This Ethiopian dish is ideal because it has accessible ingredients that we can get around us and it is just perfect for this weather. Unripe plantain is typically used for this dish but if you would like to go the semi-ripe route for…
Recipe Of The Week – Banga Soup (Delta Version)
Hi Mums! Our recipe of the week is Banga soup. It is native to the Niger Delta and the South Eastern parts of Nigeria. Traditionally Banga soup is made with fresh ingredients in several varieties. Fresh, smoked, shell fish etc. Yes, you can make it with meat, but it truly is not the same. The flavour of…
Recipe Of The Week – How To Make Asun Sandwich
Hi Mums! Our recipe of the week is Asun Sandwich. Our regular sandwich usually consists of vegetables, sliced cheese or meat, placed on or between slices of bread. However, this recipe is on how to infuse Asun (goat meat) in our all-time favourite Sandwich along with other ingredients to make it more spicy {See recipe…
Recipe Of The Week – Nigerian Devilled Eggs
Hi Mums, our recipe of the week is Nigerian Devilled Eggs. This lovely dish also known as stuffed eggs are hard-boiled eggs that have been shelled, cut in half, and filled with a paste made from the egg yolks mixed with other ingredients. It is a mouth watering, easy to prepare dish from the food master herself – Dunni Obata (aka Dooney’s kitchen). Dunni is…