🇳🇬 Nigeria
Cuisine of Nigeria
Nigerian cuisine is a vibrant and diverse culinary tradition known for its rich, spicy, and aromatic flavors. It features a blend of smoky, umami, bitter, sour, and sweet tastes, often achieved through complex spice blends and the use of fresh, local ingredients. Meals are hearty and communal, showcasing a variety of soups, stews, rice dishes, and grilled meats that reflect the cultural heritage and regional diversity of Nigeria.
Local Ingredients
Scotch bonnet peppersPalm oilMelon seeds (Egusi)Yaji spice (Suya spice)Ginger
Local Specialties
Egusi
Melon seeds used for soup thickening
Ogbono
African wild mango seeds for soup
Palm oil
Red oil extracted from palm fruit
Yaji
Spice blend used for grilled meats
Zobo
Hibiscus flower used for tea
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