By Odebiyi Kabirat
For the benefit of our readers that might not have had the privilege (yes, privilege) of sampling most of the amazing street foods Nigeria has to offer, we made a list of our favorites, that have rightfully become staples in most of our diets.
The street foods are always low-priced, handy and delicious.
1. Corn and Ube (African Pear)
The corn could either be boiled
OMG Ube and Corn *mouth waters* Me please it been a huge will”@ngwubeval: Who want this?!!! pic.twitter.com/Hx92O62D“
— ♥Miss Blε̲̣̣̣̥ssε̲d♥ (@GawgousB) October 15, 2012
…or roasted.
Nwanne!!! @aipheee: Ube and Corn on my mind pic.twitter.com/wSAVEUZsHY — Chex (@Chekwume_) June 4, 2014
Both are seriously awesome, and the ube is a necessity.
2. Boli (Roasted Plantain)
The Boli is either served with peppered sauce and fish (Port Harcourt Style).
My affair with plantain. Here’s the final combo: Boli served with pepper sauce & grilled… http://t.co/abrReFNbk0 pic.twitter.com/aPVVTXYVvV
— Dobbyssignature.com (@dobbyssignature) September 3, 2015
…or with groundnut (Lagos style).
By africanfoodyummy – #Repost with @repostapp. ・・・ Boli ati epa.. #plantain #groundnut #roastedplantain #streetfo… pic.twitter.com/pU2z2yblFd — African Foodie (@african_foodie) September 2, 2015
3. Ewa Agoyin
This is specially prepared beans served with really spicy stew.
RT Dilishinstant: How about this delicious looking “Ewa Agoyin” for breakfast? pic.twitter.com/fv8cfg2Ye2
— Breakfast recipes (@recipebreakfast) July 28, 2015
paired with Agege bread, of course.
4. Okpa
This is an eastern delicacy made of bambara nut flour.
#OwambeStyle Please Can We Replace MoiMoi with Okpa in Our Food? http://t.co/gJcfkeMoUi – http://t.co/wJK3CXBOLF pic.twitter.com/Buhl7qFrDK — Owambe Style (@owambestyle) June 16, 2015
5. Akara (Beans cake)
These are deep fried beans ball made out of grounded beans mixed with pepper, onions and other spices.
Hi Tweeps, some #akara for you. No beans peeling required for this recipe : http://t.co/t4ukiQKVCMpic.twitter.com/hDhm73tJJL
— 9jafoodie (@9jafoodie) January 30, 2015
It’s heaven with pap (that’s a whole other story).
6. Suya
This is barbecued meat, fish or chicken
7)Gala and Lacacera
Gala and Lacacera is the best street food which serves as a preservation of the Nigerian
race. You will find vendors selling Gala and Lacacera at every street corner and on the roads – traffic jam.
It’s made primarily with dried shredded cassava.
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— food pictures (@foodpicturesgo) August 8, 2015
9. Boiled Groundnut
Groundnut, also called peanuts is a popular food in Nigeria. Boiled Groundnut (peanuts) is a popular street food. Some are boiled with salt, which makes them more tasty. They are available everywhere, you will find groundnut sellers even on the roads.
10. PLANTAIN CHIPS: Plantain Chips is a crunchy street snack in Nigeria. They are made either with ripe or unripe plantain or banana. These chips taste delicious.
11. KULI-KULI
Kuli-kuli is an Hausa food that is primarily made from peanuts. It is a popular snack in Nigeria. It is often eaten alone or with a mixture of garri, sugar and water.
Moin Moin is a cooked bean pudding made from grounded peeled beans, onion and other spices. Street Moin Moin is very delicious, it is either wrapped in leaves or nylon.
Moin Moin is a great dish accessory in Nigeria. It is commonly seen accompanying Jollof Rice, Fried Rice, Fried Plantain, Custard, Akamu (Pap, Ogi) etc. Due to its popularity, Moin Moin is often served at parties, dinners and other special occasions.
Puff Puff is a local Nigerian food, it’s always spongy, fluffy and delicious. It’s made with flour mixed with sugar and other ingredients.
