Food

Bitter leaf, also called Onugbo in Igbo, Ewuro in Yoruba, or Etidot in Efik, is a popular herb in Africa with several uses in food, medicine, and cosmetics. However, what exactly is Onugbo leaf, and what are its health benefits and side effects? This article explores the nutritional and phytochemical aspects of bitter leaf and […]

Ewedu leaf is a green, leafy vegetable popular in West Africa, especially among the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is also known as jute leaf, molokhia, or rau day in other regions of the world. Ewedu leaf has a slimy texture when cooked, similar to okra, and is often used as the main ingredient of

If you are looking for a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make Nigerian soup, you should try Ewedu soup. Ewedu soup is a traditional dish popular among the Yoruba people but can also enjoyed by other ethnic groups in Nigeria and beyond.  In this article, you will learn what Ewedu soup is, where it comes from, its

Oha soup is a traditional Nigerian soup known for its distinctive taste and unique aroma. Made from tender ora leaves, assorted meats, and traditional ingredients, this soup is a delight to the taste buds. Oha soup is commonly enjoyed in southeastern Nigeria and is often served with fufu, pounded yam, or other swallow foods. But

Famous throughout West Africa, Banga soup is particularly famous in Nigeria. It is a delectable and healthy soup. It is made from palm nut fruit, which is the source of red palm oil, one of the most widely used cooking oils in Africa. Banga soup has a rich flavour that goes well with various types

If you have never tasted okra soup before, you may be wondering what this slimy, green vegetable tastes like. Okra soup has a unique flavour and taste that is addictive once you get to eat it. The Okra itself give the Soup a unique taste and look, and the flavour comes from the different combination

Ogbono soup is a delicious and nutritious Nigerian dish that is popular across West Africa. It is made from the seeds of the African bush mango, also known as Irvingia gabonensis or wild mango. The seeds are ground into a powder and cooked with palm oil, water, and various spices, meats, and vegetables. The result

Bitter leaf soup, also known as Ofe Onugbu in Igbo, is a traditional Nigerian soup that is popular among the Igbo people of Eastern Nigeria. Ofe Onugbu is made using bitter leaves, which are the leaves of a plant called Vernonia amygdalina, and cocoyam paste, which is used to thicken the soup. Bitter leaf soup

The Hausa-Fulani people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria and Africa. They are predominantly found in northern Nigeria and neighbouring countries. They have a rich and diverse culture, and one of the aspects of that culture that stands out is their food. Hausa-Fulani food is characterized by the use of grains, such

Nigeria has over 250 ethnic groups with distinct cultural traditions and foods. One of the largest ethnic groups is the Yoruba people, primarily in the country’s southwestern part.  Yoruba foods look mouth-watering, savory, delicious, and spicy when you taste them. Their foods contain ingredients like vegetables (ugu, water leaf), beans, locust beans, palm oil, and