Nigeria, in our humble opinion, is an internationally underrated food capitol. Bustling Lagos, Nigeria's largest city, is lively night and day with street food vendors around every corner (via Eat Your World). Suya, a nutty and spicy grilled steak, can be found on smokey sidewalks and always draws a crowd. Puff Puffs, a variation of the French …
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Jollof rice, a seasoned tomatoey rice dish, is eaten at every party, Sunday lunch, and everything in between. Serious Eats / Maureen Celestine Why It Works The tomato mix is cooked twice, first to soften the edge of the raw, tart vegetables, and then again with seasoning to further develop the flavorful stew base that …
Nigerian fried rice looks, feels, and eats like a dish that’s a cross between Indian pilau and Chinese fried rice. Serious Eats / Maureen Celestine Why It Works Converted rice helps ensure fluffy, separate grains with little to no stickiness. Adding green bell pepper towards the end of the cooking process lends the dish a …
Nigeria is a West African country known for its love of hot and spicy. According to Eater, Nigeria is one of the world's 12 most spicy cuisines. Jollof rice, of course, is a great entry into the West African food world, but it doesn't end there. Akara is a popular street food in the country that is a delicious …
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The street where I grew up in Kano, northwest Nigeria, is called Independence Road. Each day, it reminded me of Nigeria's independence and sovereignty from Great Britain on Oct. 1, 1960. This year, as the country marks its 60th anniversary, celebrations will be muted due to COVID-19-related restrictions. But as many Nigerians stay home to …
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