Snacks are a good way to break the hunger if you’re not ready for a full meal, they can be enjoyed on the go as they require zero preparation. In Nigeria, snacks are not just to quench hunger but they also serve as refreshments. Some of these snacks are processed, while others are whole foods that require little to no processing. Most local Nigerian snacks dates from the pre colonial era and are enjoyed till date.
Here are 5 Healthy local Nigerian snacks you can try:
1. Roasted Plantain chips: These are thinly sliced pieces of plantain that has been roasted in the oven or grill, until crispy. They’re healthy alternatives to potato chips and are rich in Fiber, vitamins and minerals. Nigerians enjoy eating plantain chips, as it’s one of the yummiest snacks in the country. They are locally known as kpekere in Nigeria. Plantain chips are sliced, fried or roasted unripe plantains that are crispy, tasty, and crunchy. It can easily be made at home, and it also a very nutritious snack, and can be purchased on our website today 😀
2. Akara: This is a snack made by blending beans, and spices into a paste, which is then deep fried in vegetable oil. It is richly high in protein because of the main ingredient which is beans and is a great alternative to meat based snacks. In most Nigerian homes, Akara is mostly enjoyed as breakfast or dinner but this healthy snack can be enjoyed at anytime and anywhere. You can purchase beans on the website to prepare your own special akara snack at home.
3. Kuli kuli (Groundnut cake): This crunchy snack is from the Northern part of the country, this snack is made from groundnut that has been roasted and ground into a fine powder, mixed with spices and molded into small balls or long stripes. Kuli kuli is rich in protein, fiber and healthy fats and is a great source of energy. Check our website today for Kuli kuli!
4. Chin Chin: Chin Chin is a great Nigerian dessert and is also called dough rocks. This is a crunchy snack made from a dough of flour, sugar, butter and other ingredients. Which is then cut into small pieces and fried until golden brown. It is rich in carbohydrates and calories but can be made healthier by using whole wheat flour and reducing the sugar and fat content. Healthy chin chin are accessible on our website, check it out!.
5. Dankwa: Dankwa is majorly a Northern snack but can be found in other parts of the country, thanks to our Northern brothers. This delightful ball of goodness is chiefly made from millet, and groundnut, pepper and sugar are also added to enhance the taste. Dankwa balls are rich in fat, carbohydrate and fiber which are present in the groundnut and millet mix. Dankwa balls are grounded to powder and molded to balls with water and little oil. They are known to melt easily in the mouth, leaving a delicious peppery taste behind.
I hope you enjoyed getting to know these 5 healthy local snacks, don’t forget to visit our website today and don’t forget to add your favorite snacks to cart 😋
