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Ekuru

🇳🇬 A dish from Nigeria

Ekuru, a dish from Nigeria
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Ekuru is a cuisine native to the Yoruba people in Nigeria, Benin, Togo. It is often prepared with black eyed peas or beans.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientspeeled black-eyed peas, water, salt, peppers, palm oil, locust bean seasoning
🔥Cooking methodground into a smooth paste, whipped, then steamed
👅Flavour & stylemild, savoury, often topped with a spicy oily pepper sauce
🕒When it’s eatenbreakfast or light meal

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Ekuru come from?
Ekuru is a dish that originated in Nigeria.
What is Ekuru?
Ekuru is a cuisine native to the Yoruba people in Nigeria, Benin, Togo. It is often prepared with black eyed peas or beans.