Nigeria: Top foods tourists should taste

Visiting Nigeria for the first time or plan on touring at any point in the near future?

Believe me, you are up for an exciting time owing to the fact that Nigeria is the giant of Africa with a diverse culture. In a country as diverse as Nigeria you tend to experience different cultural traits believe folklore traditions and of course countless delicious foods. 

When it comes to cooking, trust me, no Country does it better than Nigeria as the ladies have been groomed to become excellent chefs from birth.

Here are some delicious  Nigerian foods and drinks you should taste.

Garri

This is one of the most common food in Nigeria and it is consumed by all economic classes. It is so popular that it needs no advertising agency to help boost its sale in the market, Garri is the most easily accessible food found in every Nigeria household and it is nicknamed "Life Saver" by Nigerian University Students due to its cheap price, easy preparation and how satisfying it tastes.

Garri is gotten from processed Cassava (a tuber crop), high in carbohydrate and usually starchy.

Garri can we consumed raw, mixed with water and sugar (sweeteners), or transformed to Eba by adding hot water to produce a firm paste. 

Eba is usually eaten with soup and Nigerian are well respected for their numerous types of soups like Egusi, Okra, Ogbono, Okoho, Banga soup, etc.

Garri is sold for as low as 1$ but prices vary between retailers and restaurants.

Suya / Kilishi

Suya is a roasted beef gotten from Cows and Sheep. The best part of the meat is taken, roasted in an open fire and garnished with Cabbage, Onion, Pepper, and Oil. 

Originated in the Northern part of Nigeria nevertheless, its savory taste has made it popular in all Cities and can be found in all states of the Country.

Kilishi is similar to Suya but this is the dried version. It is spicier than normal Suya, and harder to chew. Kilishi is usually Clay Red in color. 

The least price for Suya is about $1, while Kilishi can be gotten from $3.

Kunu

Americans might have several appetizing drinks but Nigerians have an amazing drink called "Kunu", I won't dive deep into details as this drink has so numerous talking points that would take all day. 

Kunu is a Nigeria local drink gotten from different natural food sources (Sorghum, Tigernut, and Potatoes). Despite having various variants, it has the same looks with a different but satisfying taste. 

It is rich in carbohydrates and also serves as a reliever for thirst. It is usually served in Wedding, basically, any party or gathering being celebrated has Kunu on the refreshment menu.

In stores / local vendors, a bottle of Kunu is below $1.

Pounded Yam

You must have figured out where it is gotten from by its name. Pounded Yam is gotten from a tuber crop called Yam.

Yams are peeled, sliced into bits and boiled it becomes soft, afterward it is pounded in a Mortar until ma fine firm paste is formed. Pounded Yam is usually white in color and is a Carbohydrate food. 

In some Nigerian communities, Pounded Yam is consumed by the elderly ones while the kids eat Garri. It can be consumed with all Nigerian soups and can be found in all parts of the country.

A plate of Pounded Yam is sold for $2 but prices vary with sellers.

Abacha

This food is found within the Eastern part of Nigeria, predominantly among the Igbos. Similar to Garri, Abacha is gotten from Cassava but eaten in a slightly cooked state. It can be eaten Raw or garnished with Meat, Palm Oil and other spices.

Other Popular Nigerian Foods you should try are:

• Tuwo-Shinkafa
• Massa
• Gbegiri
• Zobo
• Akara (Bean Cake)
• Akamu