Our recipe of the week is Beniseed soup. Beniseed soup also known as sesame seed soup is a soup that is common in some parts of the south south or middle belt parts of Nigeria. Sesame seeds are very nutritious. They contain vitamins, minerals and natural oils that aid in blood pressure management, bone health,…
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Recipe Of The Week – Popcorn Chicken
Our recipe of the week is Popcorn Chicken. Although the name might imply that you might blend popcorn with chicken. The name popcorn chicken just really stems from the shape of this delectable appetizer or small chops. These little tasty treats can be enjoyed with a spicy or sweet and sour sauce or just on…
Recipe Of The Week – Garden Egg Sauce
Our recipe of the week is Garden Egg Sauce. This sauce is quite easy to make, and it is a perfect accompaniment for boiled yam, plantain or rice. To avoid a bitter taste, it is advisable for you to use white or off-white garden eggs rather than the green ones. ( the green ones tend…
Recipe Of The Week – Fresh Plantain Fufu
Our recipe of the week is Fresh Plantain Fufu. There are different ways to enjoy plantain without frying it and this is one. This recipe is simply swallow made with plantain. Plantain is lower in calories and carbohydrate however it’s significantly higher in sugar than cassava. If you are counting calories or on a low…
Recipe Of The Week – Pineapple Fried Rice
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…
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 – 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…