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Miyan Taushe (Nigerian Pumpkin Soup) Miyan Taushe is a Pumpkin soup popular among the Hausas in Nigeria ( Northern parts of Nigeria ). It is prepared with ripe pumpkin meat and enjoyed by both young and old. Continue reading »

Zobo Drink: How to make Zobo (Zoborodo) Zobo or Zoborodo is a healthy Nigerian drink made from the dried red calyces and sepals of the Roselle plant ( Hibiscus sabdariffa ), known as Zobo leaves in Nigeria. Zobo is usually served as a chilled refreshing drink, but can also be enjoyed as a relaxing hot tea and the leaves can also be used in production of jams/jelly, food coloring, syrups and soups/sauces. It is loaded with lots of health benefits. According to several scientific investigations, the consumption of Zobo leaves, whether in form of tea, jams, or sauces is said to help reduce high blood pressure, aid digestion, promote the health of the urinary tract and also great for overall body health. Here's how to make a refreshing Zobo drink: Ingredients for Zobo drink Makes about 5+ (150ml) glass cups Continue reading »

Jollof Spaghetti with vegetables Jollof Spaghetti or Spaghetti Jollof is a quick meal, that got it's name from the popular Nigerian Jollof Rice . Jollof Spaghetti is quite easy to prepare and can be made with or without vegetables. In the recipe below, I'll show you how I prepare mine with common vegetables. Jollof Spaghetti Ingredients: This recipe serves 2 to 3 persons Continue reading »

Nigerian Chapman Nigerian Chapman is to Nigeria, as Sangria is to Spain&Portugal. Even though both cocktails are almost alike, Nigerian Chapman has a unique zesty taste which makes it stand out from other drinks. Chapman is one of Nigeria's popular and most sort after drinks and is also easy to prepare, here's how to do it. Ingredients for Nigerian Chapman Continue reading »

How to Make Icing Sugar at Home Icing sugar is a ''must-have'' if you enjoy baking. It is often used for cake decorations , biscuits, fondant , and also for dusting on donuts and others sweet desserts. But just in case your ever run out of icing sugar, here's how to make a batch in a jiffy. It is very easy and only requires 2- ingredients. Icing sugar is also known as Powdered sugar or Confectioner's sugar. Here's how to make it. Continue reading »

Homemade Shortbread recipe (just as Mcvities & Walkers does it) Shortbread Fingers are one of my favorite biscuits. As a teen, I used to indulge a lot on the Walkers and McVities Shortbread brand and loved to have it with a hot beverage, but a few years back, I found a recipe that worked perfectly for me, and now the whole family just can't have enough. Although the traditional recipe calls for only 3 ingredients, I like to add one extra ingredient which makes the '' already rich shortbread '' even richer and also takes the taste to another level. Here's how I prepare mine. Continue reading »

Boli , Nigerian Roasted Plantain with grilled fish and pepper sauce Boli or Bole (Nigerian roasted plantain) is a delicious and filling street snack. It is popular as a snack for students and low income earners, but If you are a Nigerian, you would agree with me that when it comes to Boli, there is no class... simply pure enjoyment ☺. Continue reading »