Category Nigerian Dishes

Edikaikong Soup Recipe (Edikang Ikong)

Edikaikong Soup Recipe (Edikang Ikong)

This Edikaikong soup recipe holds a very special place in my kitchen and my heart.If you love rich, hearty Nigerian soups that are packed with vegetables and deep traditional flavors, then this recipe is for you. Edikaikong soup originates from…

Nigerian Honey Beans Recipe

Nigerian-Honey-Beans-Recipe

Nigerian Honey Beans, also known as “Ewa Oloyin,” is a beloved West African dish made from naturally sweet brown beans. Known for its rich, comforting flavor and soft texture, this dish is a staple in many Nigerian homes.The honey beans…

Afang Soup with Periwinkle

Afang-Soup-with-Periwinkle

Afang Soup with Periwinkle is a beloved traditional dish from the Efik and Ibibio tribes of southern Nigeria. Known for its deep, earthy flavor and rich, nutrient-packed ingredients, this soup is often served during celebrations, weddings, and family gatherings. The…

Gbanunu Soup Recipe (Marugbo/Eweta Soup)

marugbo/ gbanunu/ eweta soup recipe

Introduction Gbanunu is the same soup known in some regions as Marugbo or Eweta (sometimes spelled Marugbo), a popular delicacy among the Ondo people (a subgroup of the Yoruba ethnicity). Gbanunu/Marugbo/Eweta Soup is a hearty, smoky, and aromatic West African…

Oha Soup with Cocoyam Recipe

Oha Soup with Cocoyam Recipe

Oha Soup (also called Ora soup) is a beloved Igbo delicacy from southeastern Nigeria. It’s a comforting vegetable soup made from tender oha leaves and thickened with cocoyam, yielding a smooth, velvety texture and a deeply savory flavor. This recipe…

Oha Soup Recipe

OHA SOUP RECIPE

Oha Soup — Authentic Nigerian Oha (Ora) Soup Prep this beloved Igbo classic in under an hour. This recipe is balanced, aromatic, and tuned for home cooks who want bold, comforting West African flavors. Prep: 20 mins Cook: 40 mins…

Oha Soup Recipe without Cocoyam

OHA SOUP WITHOUT COCOYAM RECIPE

A lighter, equally comforting version of classic Oha soup — thickened without cocoyam. This recipe uses achi (or ground egusi) and a mix of flavors to create the smooth, aromatic soup beloved across Nigeria. Oha Soup (No Cocoyam) Serves 6…

Efo Riro and Pounded Yam Recipe

Efo Riro and Pounded Yam

Efo Riro is a beloved Yoruba spinach stew that perfectly captures the heart of Nigerian cuisine.Bursting with smoky peppers, assorted meats, and richly seasoned flavors, this dish pairs beautifully withPounded Yam — a smooth, stretchy dough made from boiled yams.Together,…

Efo Riro Soup Recipe

Efo riro soup recipe

Efo Riro is a beloved West African dish from Nigeria — a rich, flavorful spinach stew cooked with blended peppers, onions, palm oil, and your choice of protein. This easy efo riro soup recipe brings the smoky, peppery taste of…