Nigeria

Country - Nigeria

Cuisine Description - The Nigerian cuisine is typically grain-based, and most dishes are made from starch. Mealie, the African name for corn, is used to make the soft typical cornmeal and batters and is used in regional cuisines as well. With over 250 ethnic groups, the traditional dishes may vary from region to region, and some elements, like Pork meat may not even be served in a Muslim family, while in others may be much appreciated. People of northern Nigeria favor meat kebabs, and enjoy grain meals as side dishes. Pork and Veal are often used for the kebabs, which may contain spicy hot sauces. In the south part of the country, fish stews, shrimp, crab and lobster are main ingredients in a basic meal. rice and vegetables are also served as side dishes. Peppery stews are commonly served and prepared at home. In these parts of the country, palm trees grow wild, and this abundance makes it great for Palm wine to be extracted and drank. The Yoruba people, in the central Nigeria, enjoy meat stews and mashed yams or mashed cassava. The West of the country prepares meals using cassava flour, and has specific dishes consisting of frozen fried snails, or dried shrimp. Copyright Recipes Wiki