A rich, slightly sweet pumpkin-based soup cooked with groundnuts, spices, and vegetables—comfort food of Hausa-speaking communities. 1)
Soft, spongy fermented rice cakes cooked in a special mold; often served with pepper sauce or honey. 2)
A thick maize flour swallow commonly paired with northern soups; smooth, mild, and filling. 3)
Sun-dried meat shredded and sautéed with oil, onions, and spices—similar to pulled beef jerky with a spicy northern twist. 4)
A signature northern soup made from powdered baobab leaves, giving it a distinct earthy flavor and silky texture. 5)
A simple but hearty soup made from local beans, often enriched with spices and sometimes dried fish. 6)
A refreshing drink-meal made from fermented milk (nono) and millet balls (fura); iconic in northern Nigerian roadside stalls. 7)
Ultra-thin beef strips coated in peanut-spice paste and dried in the sun, then roasted—Northern Nigeria’s most famous snack export. 8)
Soft dumplings made from bean flour and eaten with pepper sauce, boiled vegetables, or oil; a minimalist but beloved dish. 9)
A lightly sweetened millet snack shaped into small balls and flavored with spices like cloves and ginger. 10)
Mashed local potatoes mixed with peppers, onions, and spices—simple but flavorful northern-style comfort food. 11)
A ring-shaped fried pastry soaked in honey syrup, popular at celebrations and weddings. 12)
A creamy, peanut-based soup cooked with vegetables, meat, or fish—deeply satisfying and common in riverine areas of Niger State. 13)
A special version of masa served with spicy chicken stew—popular at festivals and gatherings. 14)
A warm, creamy beverage made from peanuts and grains, blurring the line between drink and light meal. 15)