Article by:
Samantha Onyemenam
Nigerian cuisine is one of the most flavoursome in the world. Each tribe and ethnic group has its own cultural dishes which feature starches, grains, beans and a plethora of herbs, spices, and vegetables which leave homes and their surroundings with an enticing aroma. Although only very few Nigerian dishes are traditionally vegan, a lot of them can be made vegan easily through the omissions of certain ingredients. Ingredients that can be locally sourced might be added to replace some of the umami flavours found in the traditionally made dish and meat substitutes such as soy chunks or seitan can be used as an alternative to meat in meat-laden dishes. Read the full article here.