Nigerian Swallows

Eba or garri is a Nigerian staple food consisting of cassava flour combined with hot water. The combination is traditionally mixed with a large wooden spoon until it firms up, and is then rolled into a ball. Eba is served with almost all ... READ MORE

Tuwo shinkafa is a unique Nigerian dish consisting of rice flour or soft, short-grained rice and water. The combination of those ingredients is cooked, mashed, and formed into large balls. It is popular throughout the northern parts of the country... READ MORE

Nigerian Amala is a traditional swallow food made from yam flour (elubo), plantain flour, or cassava flour. It is a soft, stretchy dough-like staple that is typically served alongside a variety of Nigerian soups and stews, such as ewedu (jute leav... READ MORE