Food

If you’re familiar with the Efik and Ibibio people of Cross River and Akwa Ibom State, you’ll know that they have the best variety of soups in Nigeria. If you haven’t tasted or heard about Editan soup, the soup may sound mysterious, but it’s worth knowing that the soup is exotic and delicious. This soup […]

Okoho is a traditional Idoma food and medicine made from the fibre-rich stem of the Cissus populnea plant. This grape family plant, which grows in parts of Africa, has been used for centuries to promote health and well-being. This plant has many health benefits, such as helping with weight loss, diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol, immunity,

Kuka leaf, or baobab leaf, is a nutritious and versatile plant used for centuries in Africa, Asia, and Australia. It comes from the baobab tree, also known as the “tree of life”, because of its ability to survive in harsh conditions and provide food, water, shelter, and medicine for humans and animals.  In this article,

Okazi leaf, also known as wild spinach, afang, eru, or ukazi, is a dark green leafy vegetable belonging to the Gnetaceae family. It is a climbing plant that grows in the tropical regions of Africa, especially in Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo, Gabon, Angola, Asia, and South America. It is widely used to prepare various soups

Okoho soup is a traditional dish popular among the Idoma people of Benue State, Nigeria. It is made from the stems of Okoho, which belongs to the grape family. The soup is slimy, nutritious, and delicious. It is usually eaten with Onah Oyila or Ikwirukwu (cassava flour), pounded yam, semolina, eba, or other types of

If you are looking for a delicious and nutritious soup that can warm your soul and satisfy your appetite, you should try Miyan Kuka. This is a traditional Hausa soup that is made from dried baobab leaves. It is also known as Luru soup or baobab leaf soup. It is one of the most popular

Okazi soup, or Ukazi soup, also known as Wild Flower Soup, is a delicious and nutritious vegetable soup from the Igbo people of eastern Nigeria. The soup is prepared with Okazi leaves, which are also called wild spinach (English), Afang (Efik or Ibibio), or eru leaves (Yoruba). Okazi leaves are dark green and slightly bitter,

Oha leaf is a popular cooking ingredient in Nigeria’s southeastern region. It is also known as ora leaf, African rosewood, or Pterocarpus mildraedii. The leaf is mostly used for the preparation of soups and other delectable dishes. Aside from the flavour it adds to foods, ora leaf is also used because of its medicinal and

Okra, which is also known as Okro, lady’s finger, gumbo, or bhindi, is a flowering plant that produces edible green pods. It is extensively grown in warm and tropical regions, such as Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Okro is a versatile vegetable that can be consumed either raw or cooked. It has a slimy texture

The Ogbono seed, also referred to as bush mango seed, is not only an exotic ingredient but also a nutritional powerhouse that can have a transformative impact on your health. Although the bush mango fruit is sweet and juicy, the seed is bitter and is typically dried and ground before use. Apart from being a