Efo riro
The African Stewed Spinach also popularly known as Efo riro is a one-pot stew with layers of flavour. It requires quite a number of ingredients but little work from the…
Gizdodo/Gizzard and Plantain
Gizdodo is a simple side dish that is often served with rice; especially Jollof rice. It is easy to deduce from the name that I will combine gizzards and ripe…
Cranberry jam/sauce
Cranberry Sauce – A pretty deep red sauce with a burst of sweet-tart flavour and a touch of orange zest, nutmeg and caster sugar. Makes a great accompaniment for sweet…
coconut cake
Delicious coconut cake We love coconut as a family and this is why I bake these all the time which is a family favourite! As usually , i enjoy watching…
African black beans stew
African Black Beans Stew – tasty and comforting bean stew flavored with garlic, ginger, onions, celery, leeks and intensified with crayfish for ultimate comfort food. Beans are all-time favorite comfort…
grilled beef, heart and liver kabob
Tender pieces of beef heart and Liver marinated in an aromatic spice blend, skewered and garnished with onions, sweet peppers and then grilled to perfection. This can be paired with…
Strawberry Knickerbocker Glory. How to make knickerbocker
Long time no see subs! Enjoying the summer ? Try this delicious knickerbocker glory and share recipe with your friends and family Layers of ice cream sitting on top of…
How To Make Egusi Stew. Nigerian Egusi Soup”
Egusi is a West African name for the seeds of plants like squash, melons, and gourds that, when dried and ground become a staple ingredient in many West african dishes. These seeds…
How to make peppercorn sauce
Creamy peppercorn sauce has a lovely rich warmth to it that goes so well with a juicy steak . You can make it in about 10 minutes, while your steak is…
HOW TO MAKE GROUNDNUT PUDDING (MBOH )
ALLERGY WARNING: PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS DISH IF ALLERGIC TO PEANUTS! THANK YOU Groundnut paste also known as “Mboh” is an african pudding meal made with roasted peanuts. It…
How to make a summer cocktail “watermelon lemonade drink”
I was craving for some serious watermelon today so I though to myself; why not a cocktail with some lemonade. “Watermelon and lemonade “. What a great combo. Add some…
How to make Quick and Easy Butter Croissants
Today we are conquering our fears and making homemade croissants! If you’re about to run away from making these; yes I understand. I’m not sugar-coating it: croissants aren’t easy. Croissants…
How to make Malva pudding(South Africa cake)
Malva Pudding is a decadent South African dessert. It is sweet, milky, buttery, moist, and the perfect treat for when you want to indulge. I have had this craving for a caramelly…
How to make Baklava ( Easy coconut baklava)
This coconut Baklava is a decadent twist on traditional baklava! Flaky layers of phyllo sheets are filled with shredded coconut and chopped walnuts, then drenched in honey syrup. Bust out…
Corn chaff Recipe “How to make Corn chaff”
WHAT IS CORN CHAFF? Corn Chaff aka Adalu – A one pot corn and beans porridge enjoyed throughout West Africa – especially Nigeria and Cameroon. When I was in boarding…
GROUNDNUT SOUP(How to make Smooth Peanut Soup)
Groundnut soup is a soup thickened with roasted blend groundnuts. It is very popular in Africa, cooked ways with a variety of ingredients depending on the tribe within Africa and…
