Nigerian people love to make food from the cassava root, also called “Garri.” They use dried Grated Cassava Flour to make Ẹ̀bà, a comfort food that is very popular among Yoruba people. It is also made in other West African sub-regions.

Ẹ̀bà is made by cooking dried grated cassava flour in hot water and shaping it into a large ball. Its color can be white or yellow, depending on how it is cooked. If people add palm oil when drying the grated cassava, then the dish will have a yellow hue.

People eat Ẹ̀bà using their fingers. They take out a small piece, turn it into a small ball, and then dip it in soup or stew.

4. Ofe Akwu (Banga Soup)

Made from various types of meat, fish, palm nut fruit, and spices, Banga Soup is a delicious delicacy that you should never miss. It is spicy and full of flavors. It pairs perfectly with Fufu, creating a fulfilling meal that everyone asks for.

Banga Soup is an authentic Nigerian recipe that was invented by the Urhobo tribe, who resided in the Delta state of Nigeria. Nowadays, it is widely popular among the Itsekiris and other tribes. Each tripe has a unique recipe.

Its name consists of 2 words. “Ofe” refers to soups or stew while “Akwu” means palm fruit.

3. Efo Riro (Spinach Stew)

2. Ogbono Soup (Draw Soup)

Ogbono soup came from the south-eastern part of Nigeria, especially Igboland. It is named after the main ingredient, which is ogbono seeds. Other ingredients include bitter leaf and celosia, vegetables, meat, and seasonings.

This soup is not only famous for its rich and flavorful taste but also for its impressive health benefits. It is shown to contain potassium and can control blood sugar levels and reduce fatigue. This Nigerian dinner recipe is definitely worth trying. I can’t recommend it more.

Ogbono soup also pairs perfectly with Fufu.

 celosia, vegetables, meat, and seasonings.