Vegetarian nigerian recipes

Whether you're eating it with pounded yam (classic!) or with rice, there's no denying the sheer deliciousness of egusi. It's efo riro's blinged out cousin with more texture, more nutrition and arguably more flavour. Egusi seeds are often sold whole or ground. I usually like to buy it whole and grind it myself, but if you want to save on time then go ahead and buy it ground. The seeds are derived from a gourd plant that is indigenous to West Africa. Other countries that grow and use egusi…

Spiced and cooked in flavorful tomato and pepper purée, Nigerian jollof rice is a well-loved, classic West African versatile side dish the whole family loves.

This African spinach stew is a Nigerian delicacy and is packed full with flavors. Make a big pot of this efo riro, and have it with rice all week!

Food is part of our identity in Nigeria. We have rich, delicious, and nutrient-dense foods that fully satisfy the soul and the body. It is always a delight to make a variety of these dishes. For Nigerians, nothing tastes better than our traditional meal, no matter where we find ourselves in the world. You’ll find different types of Nigerian soups, stews, snacks, and swallows here. Enjoy!

Akara, or beans fritters, is a popular Nigerian savory (vegan) fitter made with beans, mainly black-eyed peas. akara, also known as beans cakes, beans balls, koosé, or acarajé, is a famous street food across Africa and beyond. Across most Nigerian cities, you find akara spots in the mornings and evenings. Akara sellers would typically set up their market and start to make/fry fresh akara balls. Also, akara pairs well with corn pudding, bread, custard, as well as very delicious just by…

This is a simple and easy-to-follow vegetarian efo riro, a popular Nigerian soup, that is delicious and healthy.

This is a simple and easy-to-follow vegetarian efo riro, a popular Nigerian soup, that is delicious and healthy.

This incredibly flavorsome asaro dish is a Nigerian classic. It’s a one-pot dish that requires less than thirty-five minutes to prepare.

To celebrate the 3-year anniversary of the Culture Tuesday column, here are 125+ cultural vegan recipes from around the world.

Check out these 10 amazing vegan Nigerian recipes made with ingredients that you'll be able to find outside Nigeria too!