The secret to great Nigerian cooking is layers of flavour. A few key spices and seasonings go a long way.
The essentials
- Suya spice: a peppery, nutty blend for grilled meat and fish.
- Pepper soup spice: a warming mix for broths and soups.
- Hot chilli pepper: adds heat to stews, soups and sauces. Start small and build up.
- Locust beans (iru): a deep, savoury flavour for soups and stews.
- Crayfish: ground or whole, it adds a rich seafood depth to almost any pot.
A simple tip
Add spices in stages, tasting as you go. It is easier to add more than to take it away.
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