Fasting is the willing abstinence or reduction from food, drink, or both, for a period of time. There are different types of fast and many people fast for different reasons, usually for religious or dieting reasons. As the holy month of Ramadan is here, Muslim faithfuls are fasting from dawn to dusk.
In recent times, there has been a lot of emphasis and hype around health and healthy eating; hashtag “FitFam”. And while deciding to be more deliberate about one’s health is important, it is not a very easy action for most people to take. This is majorly due to ingrained habits and the busy schedules of […]
Black soup (commonly called Omoebe) has its origin from Edo state, Nigeria. It is acclaimed for its medicinal capabilities. Its name was gotten from the grinding of the vegetables which causes the vegetables to darken. This is a very healthy recipe you should try out and it is quite easy to make. Let’s get cooking!
Moi Moi is a Nigerian pudding meal usually made using Beans. Plantain moi moi is a variation of this, except it is made with plantain. The good thing about this is that you don’t have to waste left over plantains as over-ripe plantains work well with this meal. It is delicious and quite easy to […]
Are you looking for a sauce that tastes absolutely sumptuous and is very healthy? Then this recipe is just what you need. Nigerian Vegetable chicken sauce is easy to make and smells just as great as it tastes. We have used a variety of vegetables here but you can add any other ones you want. […]
Yam and Pepper Soup is a tasty and spicy dish common among Nigerians. With Mothers’ Day just around the corner, this meal will be a great way to show your mother/wife some love. You can serve it as breakfast or brunch and we are sure she would appreciate and bless you for it. Our recipe […]
Raise your hand if you are a Nigerian and don’t like small chops. Exactly. Everyone loves small chops, especially Samosa, and it has become a regular feature at Nigerian parties. The good news is that you don’t have to wait for the next party to gate crash just because you want some Samosa (don’t worry […]
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It’s the season of love. Have you been thinking of healthy dinner ideas for your Valentine date? We are here to ease your stress. Surprise your Valentine with this creamy rice with roasted shrimp recipe. It is a simple and light weeknight supper and delicious enough for entertaining especially on a date night. Risotto rice […]
If you are vegan or looking to cut your cholesterol levels, this recipe is for you. This wrap is a healthy and oil-free meal with low calories; perfect for people with specific dietary needs. The taste is unique because it combines the sweetness of ripe plantains with the spiciness of the spinach filling. It’s super […]
Coconut candy can also be called the Nigerian style Chancacas (Columbian coconut candy). It is one yummy goodness that brings back a lot of great childhood memories. It is made with shredded coconuts and granulated sugar. This recipe is easy to make and highly addictive due to the high sugar content. There are two ways […]
This is one yummy meal that comes in handy when you are feeling lazy to cook or when you are extremely hungry. Spaghetti stir-fry makes a quick dinner or lunch box dish for both kids and adults. It is healthy, spicy, and filling at the same time. The whole preparation takes about 30 minutes so […]
We are particularly thrilled about this recipe because of its uniqueness. This amazing recipe will make honey bean must-have on your market list! The name “Honey Bean Milk” (also called Ewa Oloyin in Yoruba) was derived from the ingredients used in the preparation. Honey beans are rich in protein but low in calories. There is a whole […]
Tired of eating the regular fried rice? It’s time to surprise your taste buds this festive season. We have shared several rice recipes, but this one stands out from the rest. The purple cabbage chicken fried rice contains all natural ingredients that supply nutrients to both children and adults. It takes less than 30 minutes […]
Couscous!!! We are super excited to bring this recipe to you today for two reasons, first of all, it’s very different from the other recipes we’ve put up on the blog, secondly, it’s a healthy recipe and you know at Nosak Famili, we are particular about your health. This recipe literally takes 10mins from start […]
Nigerian Catfish Pepper Soup (popularly known as Point & Kill) is that Nigerian pepper soup that is usually eaten in exclusive Nigerian bars and restaurants. Even if you can get Nigerian Pepper Soup in any road side restaurant, you’ll need to dig deep to find restaurants where you can have the correct Point & […]
Yamarita appeared on the Nigerian food scene a few years ago. The idea behind this yam recipe is to keep the yam soft and nice even when it’s no longer hot, because, yam has a way of getting hard when it’s cold. The idea of coating the yam before frying is to keep it from […]
INGREDIENTS 2 large eggs 2⁄3 cup Nosak Famili Vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla 3⁄4 cup white sugar 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄2 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Beat together eggs. Add vegetable oil, vanilla and sugar. Add flour, baking powder and salt and mix well. Drop by heaping teaspoon approx 3″ apart […]
Nigerian yam can be made in a variety of ways for the kids, as well as babies too. This particular meal is very nutritious for kids as It is made with carrot and bell pepper instead of palm oil. This delicious meal can be adapted to suit babies from 8 months upwards by mashing it […]
If you are a waffle lover, we bet you’ll fall instantly in love with our cinnamon waffles. We developed this recipe because we wanted something that could go with or without syrup. Most waffles need the sweetness of syrup to make them special. However, our cinnamon waffles are yummy just as they are. Whipped cream […]
We really like the taste of porridge beans especially when it is made with ripe plantain. Apart from the taste, the nutritional value of the meal cannot be overemphasized. Beans pack a lot of fiber. Fiber helps your body feel full, so you don’t need to eat as much throughout the day. While current dietary […]
Don’t fret! Coconut Yam Porridge (Pottage) is simply a coconut milk infused Yam Pottage recipe. This recipe is very and easy and straightforward. To achieve a more potent Coconut taste/flavor, you’ll need to use Vegetable oil instead of Palm oil as the taste and aroma of Palm oil can be quite overpowering and may overpower the coconut […]
Hot Okpa! Hot Okpa!! Hot Okpa!!! If you’ve travelled to Enugu State by road, these shouts from Okpa sellers will be familiar. 9th Mile Corner in Ngwo near Enugu is well known for the special Okpa that you can trade your valued possession for (well, not you valued possession but good cash). The Okpa is […]
Plantains can be prepared in a variety of ways but today, we’ll be giving unripe plantain some love. Eating unripe plantain meals have many health benefits. Eating unripe plantain regularly can help reduce health issues connected with obesity as it contains high amounts of a type of insoluble fibre called pectin. Plantains contain high levels […]
Are you tired of hearing people tell you how breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Well, this advice probably won’t stop coming until more of us start eating our morning meals. About 18% of males and 13% of females between the ages of 35 and 54 are breakfast skippers, according to a […]
Yam porridge is a staple food in Nigeria but the version which is quite popular in the western part of Nigeria is known as Asaro. The preparation of Asaro is quite simple, so if you are ready to learn, let’s get cooking. INGREDIENTS Yam Nosak Famili Palm Oil 1 smoked fish (titus/mackerel) or Dry fish 1 […]
Chances are you’ve heard the old adage ‘breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dine like a pauper’ too many times in your life to come to the conclusion that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And over the years, there have been countless studies attempting to prove–and even disprove–this advice, […]