I read somewhere that if the Yorubas of Western Nigeria were to have a flag, it will be the colours of Abula. Abula is a combination of Gbegiri, Ewedu and Obe Omi. I also heard that Gbegiri is an unhindered express road to a man’s heart, hmm…men will have to confirm […]
To the Yorubas of Western Nigeria, Omi Obe is a ubiquitous stew/soup. Literarily translated as watery stew, it serves so many purposes and as a Nigerian home cook, it is one dish that should never be missing from your freezer. It will save you in many culinary emergencies, I speak […]
The food processor is such a versatile machine, you sometimes wonder how you managed in the past without one. It is such a lifesaver. It makes beans peel quite a breeze. To peel beans using a food processor is quick and easy especially if you are processing a large quantity […]
To peel beans using a blender is a life saver, it is so unbelievably easy, you will ask, ‘what is the catch’ No catch and there is no compromise in taste or texture. There are certain Nigerian dishes that need peeled bean for their preparation e.g moi moi, gbegiri and […]
I don’t think I have come across anyone who enjoys peeling beans, especially manually. In actual fact, it is not such a difficult task. Some types of beans are easier to peel than others. There are certain Nigerian dishes that need peeled beans for their preparation e.g moi moi, gbegiri […]
I am Ganiru, a wife, a mother, a food blogger, a chef, an author and an accountant. I love to cook and write about food, especially Nigerian and afro-centric food... Read More
