Green amaranth is one of the vegetables used for cooking in Nigeria They are used in soup, sauce and stew. In Nigeria the common specie is Amaranthus Hybridus with is readily available in the market, Other species in the country are Amaranthus Viridis, Amaranthus spinosus; they are all referred to as green amaranth. Description of…
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) from the Malvaceae family is a vegetable that’s loved by many, And is an ingredient in some soup and sauce recipes. Description Of The Okra Plant The okra can grow up to 120 cm (3.9 ft) in height depending on the variety. Okra Leaves are green, heart-shaped and lobed usually between three…
Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is one of the many vegetables used for cooking in Nigeria. It’s an easy to grow crop, And does not need so much attention especially when growing it for home use. It can thrive on various kind of soil, Once planted in a place subsequently, especially during the rainy season it grows…
Three-leaved yam is one of the types of yam found in Nigeria. Some of the yams grown in Nigeria are; Three-leaved yams are less common than white and yellow yams, a staple food in the country. This yam also belongs to the Dioscorea family and has the botanical name Dioscorea dumetorum. It’s also known by…
In this article, we would be looking at one of the many types of yam : Water Yam. Dioscorea alata is a species of yam (a tuber) that goes by various names, including purple yam, ube (/ˈuːbɛ, -beɪ/), and greater yam. The tubers’ common name comes from their typical colour, which ranges from brilliant lavender…
Cassava is among the top six most important crops in the world. The crop is grown worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions, it’s a perennial woody plant with edible roots. The botanical name is Manihot esculenta, and it is from the Euphorbiaceae family. Its roots provide a primary source of energy from food. The most…
In this article we’ll share simple yam, potato and sweet potato recipes that save time to prepare. Yam, potatoes and sweet potatoes are popular tubers consumed in Nigeria. There’s a lot to do with them but this selected four recipes is easy and quick. Feel free to use any tuber of your choice as substitute…
Potatoes can be a bit boring to eat if its not potato fries or chips To enjoy it boiled the sauce, stew or soup has to make sense When eating Garnish potato every bite is a delight. Try this recipe at home and share your take on it. Steps On How To Make Garnished Potato…
Most often when we hear of potato fries we think of frying. With much talks about how unhealthy frying is, The risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity and cancer. Finding a healthier alternative to frying was important Finally there’s a way to enjoy potato fries with little or no oil. Baking was the answer, using the…
Are you looking for a quick but healthy and delicious meal to cook Here is one of my favorite home made fast food Sweet potato porridge is one of the easy and fast meals to make at home It’s delicious, tasty and sweet, As the name goes they are actually sweet and even serve as…