I have a huge hibiscus tree outside my house that blooms loads of flowers. The fresh flowers are great for making teas, but I know not everyone has access to these flowers. I previously shared […]
Okra, also known as Okro in some regions, is one of the most easily identifiable vegetables worldwide. It’s one of those vegetables you’ve likely seen, tasted, and enjoyed in different dishes at some point. Nicknamed […]
I am hoping by now you have tried my recipe for making Catfish Pepper Soup. If you have, then you are in for another treat! If this is your first time visiting, welcome! I am […]
This guide provides an overview of what thyme is, how it is used by different regions, stored, its substitutes, and answers the question does thyme expire. What is Thyme? Thyme is one of the most […]
This guide provides an overview of what garlic powder is, how it is used, stored, its substitutes, and answers some frequently asked questions about this spices. I wasn’t always a fan of cooking with garlic. […]
When I think of Garri and groundnut, what comes to mind is how perceptions evolve with time. Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, “soaking Garri” was often associated with tough times, especially among students. Today, it […]
Egusi is most famous for its use in Egusi Soup, a traditional soup native to the Igbo people of South East Nigeria. It is one of the most easily identifiable seeds for cooking in the country […]
You won’t understand the importance of a perfectly peeled black-eyed beans until you want to make Nigerian Moi Moi and Akara. This guide will walk you through a step-by-step process on how to peel black-eyed […]
Ogbono is a key ingredient in West African cuisine, particularly in Nigeria. It is usually ground into a powder and used primarily to prepare Ogbono Soup. This soup is loved for its thick, slimy texture and […]
I should probably put a warning that if you can’t handle the heat, then this soup may not be for you. With that out of the way, let’s talk about pepper soup! Pepper soups are […]
Today, the spices I will be reviewing is the Calabash nutmeg. When I make Nigerian Pepper Soup, this spices is one of the ingredients I include. What is Calabash Nutmeg? Calabash nutmeg is the seed […]
Yanghanyanghan is a spice native to West Africa, particularly Nigeria. This shiny, dark purple-brown ribbed pod is used in traditional cooking and medicine. Known by other names like prekese or aidan fruit in various regions, […]
Growing up in Nigeria, the thought of making Moi Moi was far from exciting. The process felt more like an ordeal than a culinary adventure. Back then, separating beans from the chaff and other remnants […]
My mornings and brunch are usually packed, and finding time for a proper meal can be a real challenge. Add to that, the fact that I love freshly made meals and prepped dishes do not […]
Selim peppers, also known as grains of Selim, are dried seed pods from the Xylopia aethiopica tree, native to West Africa. Interestingly, these peppers go by different names depending on the country you visit. For […]
This guide provides an overview of what ground turmeric is, how it is used, stored, its substitutes, and answers the question does ground turmeric go bad. This spice is a staple in Indian, Middle Eastern, […]
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