Category: Soup Ingredients
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The top 10 most popular spices in Nigeria
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Spices and seasonings are the open secrets that transform food into nutritious, can’t-have-enough delicacies. No wonder they’re a staple in Nigerian meals. In this article, we’ll highlight the popular spices Nigerians can’t do without. Are spices different from seasonings? You’re not alone if you confuse seasonings for spices. Although both give Nigerian meals unique tastes…
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Are cereals safe for babies?
As a new parent, you already know this: breast milk is critical to your baby’s development, which is why the Federal Health Ministry of Nigeria recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. But exclusive breastfeeding is a tough spot for new mothers, who are likely to suffer from sore nipples, breast engorgement,…
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Is zobo drink healthy for you?
Sorrel tea, or “zoborodo” in the Hausa language, is a “sour tea” made from dried Hibiscus sabdariffa leaves, also called Rosselle. The beverage is popular in Nigeria because it’s tasty and affordable. But is zobo healthy for you? Continue reading to find out. How to make zobo drink Zobo ingredients available on Pricepally Besides the…
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4 Nigerian soups you can prepare with 5k
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When I’m not writing for Pricepally, I burn time on Twitter, where there’s endless chatter about everything. This time, the gist that got me hooked was #5,000 is insufficient to prepare a “rich” Nigerian soup with “plenty obstructions,” like meat, fish, and seafood. The source of the 5k cooking gist on Twitter Many Twitter commenters…
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Nutritional benefits of agbalumo (African star apple)
The reputation of the African star apple (also called the African cherry) precedes it, especially if you’re active on social media, where there’s constant debate and comparison with other in-season fruits like mango (or any other fruit). For some people, the African cherry (locally called “Agbalumo” or “Udara” in Nigeria) isn’t worth the stress, thanks…
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Top 5 online grocery stores in Lagos
There’s a running joke that Lagosians spend more than half of their lives in traffic. That may be an exaggeration, but it also shows that commuting in Lagos is stressful. It’s no wonder the online grocery shopping industry is growing like wildfire in Lagos. Not only do the stores take away the stress of commuting,…
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Fruitful hacks: 4 ways to preserve fruits and vegetables
How many times have you passed on buying fruits and vegetables because “they won’t last”? That feeling is understandable, especially if you don’t have a refrigerator. But veggies and fruits are too nutritious to be left out of your menu. Read on to learn the best preservation techniques for fruits and vegetables. Where to shop…
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March 2023 Price Index: Prices of Staple Food Items
It’s time to talk about something that affects us all – the price of our favorite staple and seasonal foods. In our new “price index” segment, we will be giving you the scoop on the prices of some of the most commonly consumed food items in major markets across Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. We…
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6 Food items you can shop on Pricepally
Food is necessary for growth. But for Nigerians, investing in food is an extreme sport. In 2022, Nigerians spent over 50% of their income on food, making them the second poorest country in terms of food affordability. The recent and sudden switch to a “cashless” policy temporarily reduced food costs. But cash scarcity is still…