Category: Food
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Is Scent Leaf a Herb or a Vegetable?
It’s a union. That’s what Mrs. F, a trader who sells vegetables in Egbeda market, implied when I asked her if scent leaves are vegetables or herbs. “Na vegetables but e dey work well well for treating different sicknesses.” Expanding on some scent leaves benefits, she added, “You fit use the water for person wey…
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The Different Uses & Benefits of Cloves
Since their earliest dating, cloves have grown in usage, recognition, and distribution. These highly aromatic, dried flowerbuds are used as spices in recipes and for making natural drinks (such as zobo and kunu). Beyond culinary purposes, consumers are also exploring medicinal and health benefits of taking cloves. Cloves are reported to have existed as far…
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How to Make the Perfect Nigerian Jollof Rice for the Holidays
Some days ago I watched a video of a Nigerian couple having their honeymoon in Dubai. They were exploring restaurants within the community, intent on finding something that felt Nigerian. And what did they find that assured them they were at the right place? Nigerian jollof rice. Nigerian jollof rice is more than a meal.…
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Delicious Nigerian Recipes For Vegans and Vegetarians
The most difficult aspect of being a vegetarian in Nigeria is figuring out what to eat day by day. Sure, planning your vegan diet for a day or two won’t cause any headaches. But once you have to scale up your meal planner over an extensive period – for instance, thirty days – you can…
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5 Proven Health Benefits of Onions
Are onions good for you? Scientific and nutritional research suggests so. Onions, ubiquitous in many cuisines across the world, add a range of nutrients to the body. Available in different shapes, colors, and maturity stages, onions add flavor to meals. For decades, humans have recognized onions for their blood regulation potential, their ability to reduce…
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The Right Way to Make Tasty Nigerian Fried Rice
Recently, I made a steaming pot of Nigerian fried rice. It tasted so good that we all went for second servings. The next day, hungry while at work, I remembered we had leftovers, and quickly heated the fried rice. It tasted just as good as it had the previous evening. We can argue about my…
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Empowering Farmers for Quality and Sustainable Harvest: PricePally Hosts Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Training
In continuance with our commitment to delivering quality services to our customers, PricePally has concluded a training program aimed at boosting the quality of our farmers’ produce. The three-week training program was held across Epe, Ibadan, and Abeokuta in October 2024. The program focused on equipping farmers with the best agricultural practices to boost crop…
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Are There Health Benefits to Drinking Okra Water?
Okra water is slimy because the mucilage (the mixture of saccharides) in okra is released into the water, giving it a slippery, slightly viscous texture. The longer okra is soaked in water, the slimier the water becomes. The sliminess is similar to the texture in okra soups, where the mucilage acts as a thickener. You’ve…
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The Nutritional Benefits of Tiger Nuts and How to Make Tiger Nut Drink
Since their earliest cultivation, tiger nuts have been recognized for their nutritional value. When eaten raw, they leave an almond-like taste and disintegrate on the tongue within moments of chewing. Tiger nuts can be cooked, dried, rehydrated, ground into flour, or processed into a drink. In Nigeria, the consumption of tiger nut drinks is resurgent—the…
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A Taste of Nigeria: Discover Authentic Flavors from Around the Country
Here’s a statement of fact: a true lover of Nigerian food knows that Nigerian food has authentic flavors. And anyone who views Nigeria through its cuisine will insist that Nigerian food is an eclectic combo of sweet, spicy, sour, bitter, and umami tastes. Consider ofe nsala, a staple with roots in Anambra, commonly called white…