nigerian food

In Central and Western Africa, Fufu is any variety of starchy food that has been mashed and shaped into balls and eaten as a staple. It is one of our favorite Nigerian Food and can be made with yam, cassava or other ground provisions.

35 Nigerian Food (Fufu Recipe and More)

cassava

plantains (ripe)

water

salt and pepper

Rinse the cassava and plantains with cold water. Peel the skin and cut them into chunks.

In a large pot add water and bring it to boil.

Add cassava and plantain pieces, and boil them for about 15-20 minutes until they’re soft. Test by piercing with a fork after 15 minutes.

Transfer the pieces to a food processor or blender using a slotted spoon.

Pulse to blend, adding water GRADUALLY, until it reaches your desired consistency. It’s important to add small amount of water each time.

Transfer the mixture into a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Place a piece of plastic wrap on the counter, and take about 2 spoons of the mixture to the middle of the wrap. Shape it into balls. Repeat with the rest of the dough. You’ll get about 8-10 fufu balls. Serve them with stew or soup.

Chin Chin is a popular West African treat, which is delightfully crunchy, sweet, and addictive. Made with just a handful of pantry staple ingredients, this deep-fried pastry snack will have your kitchen smelling heavenly even before you are done frying! No matter if you prefer your Chin Chin deep-fried, baked or air-fried, they are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you feeling satisfied.

Chin Chin Recipe

Cups Flour

Baking powder

Salt

Sugar

tsp Grated nutmeg

Milk

tsp Vanilla (optional)

¼ Cup Melted butter

First, mix all dry ingredients together: flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and nutmeg.

Then in a separate bowl, mix milk, butter, egg and vanilla extract and put it aside.

Then add the milk, egg, vanilla liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix it well and form a ball.

Keep kneading the dough on a floured surface until the dough is smooth.

Leave it covered for up to 10 minutes and heat up the oil.

Cut the dough on a floured board in half. There are many different ways how to cut Chin-Chin. Choose the shape and size you like the most. 

Next, roll each half about 1/6 to 1/5 inches thick and start to cut the desired shape. Use a pizza knife to get the best result or a sharp knife.

Put the pieces into the hot oil. While frying, continuously stir until they get a golden brown look.

Remove from the oil and place on paper towels.

Learn how to make Nigerian fried rice with this super simple recipe. It&#x27;s not your usual fried rice; this dish cooks parboiled rice in savory stock and spices!

Nigerian Fried Rice

rice

chopped beef liver,

Whole chicken, cut into chunks and broiled until crispy

Chicken stock from cooking the whole chicken

green beans

peas

corn

pcs carrots, chopped

pcs onions, chopped

habanero pepper

red bell pepper, chopped

green bell pepper, chopped

tbsp Nigerian curry powder

pcs Knorr cubes

thyme

bay leaves

parsley

Spring onions, chopped

Vegetable oil

Gather the ingredients for your Nigerian fried rice.

Wash your parboiled rice and transfer it to...

Wash your parboiled rice and transfer it to a pot.

Add the chicken stock and seasonings. Stir.

Cover and cook the rice for about 25...

Cover and cook the rice for about 25 minutes or until it absorbs the liquid.

Turn off the heat, but keep the lid...

Turn off the heat, but keep the lid on. After about 5 minutes, fluff the cooked rice.

For the veggies, heat the cooking oil in...

For the veggies, heat the cooking oil in a skillet.

Saute the onions, then add the habanero pepper....

Saute the onions, then add the habanero pepper. Stir in the mixed vegetables and chopped liver after a minute.

Season the mixed veggies and fry them until...

Season the mixed veggies and fry them until dry and slightly crispy.

Mix the cooked veggies with the rice. Add...

Mix the cooked veggies with the rice. Add the spring onions.

Enjoy your Nigerian fried rice with broiled chicken...

Enjoy your Nigerian fried rice with broiled chicken or other Nigerian dishes!

Easier, healthier, and irresistibly delicious Nigerian fried rice recipe. This fried rice recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free, and you can effortlessly make it vegan fried rice if you so wish by cooking the rice in vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Packed with assorted nutritious veggies, this vegetable fried is a must-try! Here I served it with oven-baked chicken thigh, you can serve it with any choice of protein.

Nigerian Fried Rice Recipe with Baked Chicken

chicken broth chicken broth)

(fresh) mixed bell peppers

onions and garlic

frozen mixed vegetables

seasoning powder

salt (if needed)

curry

Salt & pepper to taste (as desired)

Olive oil

bare leaves (for boiling the rice)

Mint Leaves (optional; for garnishing)

Parsley (sliced; for garnishing)

Wash and cut all the vegetables. Cover and set aside.

In a clean pot, add the broth or stock, usually at a ratio of 1 cup of rice to 2 cups of broth. Also, add bare leaves and 1-2 teaspoons of curry.

Add washed rice when the broth starts boiling. Usually, the broth is salted, so I do not add additional salt.

Cook for about 20 – 25 minutes or until rice is more than halfway cooked (about 75% cooked) and all liquid absorbed (please see the video). Turn off and set the rice aside. I would normally cook the rice for about 25 minutes or so, depending on the quantity.

Then in a clean pan, start by frying the vegetables and slowly adding rice to about one cup at a time. Do not overcrowd the pan—just bit by bit. To explain this: set a clean pan on the stove, add oil, then add onion/garlic as it heats up. Cook for 1 – 2 minutes, add bell peppers, cook another 2 minutes, and add mixed vegetables. Season with a little salt, curry, seasoning cube, or powder, and then add the already cooked rice—Fry to your desired consistency. Watch the video if you need more clarification.

Taste and adjust, repeat to fry all the rice. Garnish with parsley and mint leaves. Serve warm with baked chicken thighs.

This is a yummy recipe for Christmas. Looks soo delicious. Can’t wait to make it. I will be trying it with some cauliflower.

I love fried rice! This Nigerian version of fried rice looks really good! I love that is dairy-free.

Wow, this fried rice recipe was so good. The chicken came out super juicy and tender!

Oh my goodness, that Nigerian rice looks fantastic cannot wait to try it! I bet my family will enjoy it with the rotisserie chicken on the side.

This was so flavorful and a new family favorite! Thank you!

Yum, doesn't this look delicious! I love, love, love the colours here and how vibrant and delicious the dish looks. It defiantly looks like a healthier recipe and perfect any night of the week. Will give it a go soon, thanks!

The colours in this rice are so vibrant and I love the use of frozen vegetables too. It means that I can make this at any time!

You can't beat chicken and rice for comfort food. This nigerian version sounds delicious. So much flavour.

Yummy! This looks so delicious and tasty! My family and I are going to love this recipe! So excited to give this a try!

My favourite rice dish by far!  Delicious!

This sounds and looks like a delicious hearty and easy meal! I'm adding this on my list to make this week. Thank you!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vE5weWn8M-4

Learn how to cook the most impressive, nutritious, delicious, healthy, hearty,  and easy Nigerian fried rice recipe you will love.

This Nigerian party fried rice recipe is easy peasy to cook, friends, the best part is that this uses fewer ingredients!
Learn my step-by-step method for cooking perfect fried rice each time.

Remember, this West African fried rice recipe is very different from Asian fried rice or Chinese fried rice. 
Nigerian fried like this one typically uses no eggs, no soy sauce, and no fish sauce.

Let's just say that Nigerian fried rice is one of the best exports out of Africa, and if you agree, say AMEN!!!

I will show you how to cook Nigerian fried rice recipe easy and healthy. Let's make the best party fried rice recipe together. This fried rice recipe is healthy - I mean healthier than most. I used olive oil and tons of veggies.

You can also switch up this recipe to become shrimp fried rice by adding some shrimp to it.
In the same way, you can make it chicken fried rice by adding some sautéed chicken bites.
And you can also add chunks of fried liver like we usually do in Nigeria.

You can easily make this recipe vegan fried rice by swapping only one ingredient - chicken broth. And then serve it with tofu instead of baked chicken.
This healthy Nigerian fried rice is perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Sunday dinners, weddings, anniversaries, any celebration, and I can't for you to try it!

The ingredients for making this easy Nigerian fried rice recipe include:
-Rice
-Chicken broth
-Mixed vegetables
-Bell peppers
-Chopped onions and garlic
-Olive oil
-Curry 
-Turmeric (optional)
-Seasoning powder or seasoning cubes (Maggi or Knorr)
-Salt and pepper to taste
-Parsley and fresh mint (optional and for garnishing)

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Happy holidays.

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With its tantalizingly spicy and subtle smoky flavor from peppers and tomatoes, this Nigerian chicken stew is a hearty and flavorful combination of pure goodness!

Nigerian Chicken Stew

lbs chicken wings

tomatoes

red bell pepper

onion, chopped

olive oil

tsp bouillon powder (seasoning powder)

curry powder

Salt,

pepper

chicken broth

Season the pre-cooked chicken wings (see below) with...

Season the pre-cooked chicken wings (see below) with some seasoning powder and salt.

Sauté both sides of the chicken in a...

Sauté both sides of the chicken in a frying pan lightly covered with olive oil. Save the olive oil. Alternatively, you can use an air fryer to air fry the chicken until golden brown.

Next, sauté the chopped onion in the same...

Next, sauté the chopped onion in the same frying pan. You can add more oil if needed.

Add the pepper and tomato mixture and increase...

Add the pepper and tomato mixture and increase the temperature to medium heat. High heat may cause the food to burn.

Add the chicken broth and seasoning (thyme, salt,...

Add the chicken broth and seasoning (thyme, salt, bouillon powder, and curry) and correct the flavor as desired. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes (up to 45 minutes if the stew is runny), frequently stirring to prevent burn.

Add the browned chicken and cook for another...

Add the browned chicken and cook for another 5 minutes or until desired texture is achieved.

Serve hot with a side of white rice,...

Serve hot with a side of white rice, pasta, or even bread.

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