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Yobe Cuisine

Miyan Kuka with Tuwo Masara

A silky soup made from powdered baobab leaves, slightly bitter and earthy, commonly eaten with soft corn dumplings. 1)

Dambu Nama

Fluffy, seasoned, steamed shredded beef traditionally sun-dried and spiced, resulting in a tender, savory meat crumble. 2)

Fura da Nono (Millet Balls with Fermented Milk)

Cooling, tangy, and nutritious drink/snack made from millet dough blended with fermented milk, popular among nomadic communities. 3)

Aisha Rice Porridge

Soft, mildly sweet rice porridge cooked with milk, sugar, and sometimes spices such as cloves; eaten for breakfast or during Ramadan. 4)

Danwake (Bean Flour Dumplings)

Soft dumplings made from bean and cassava flour, topped with pepper sauce, onions, oil, and sometimes boiled eggs. 5)

Kilishi

Thin sheets of beef coated in a spicy peanut marinade and sun-dried before grilling; fiery, aromatic, and addictive. 6)

Gurasa with Suya Stew

Soft, slightly chewy flatbread served with a spicy stew made from suya spices, tomatoes, and meat. 7)

Tuwo Dawa with Miyan Taushe

Sorghum dumplings paired with pumpkin-based soup flavored with groundnuts, vegetables, and spices. 8)

Kosai (Hausa Bean Cakes)

Crispy bean fritters seasoned with onions and hot peppers; usually enjoyed at breakfast with pap or tea. 9)

Kunun Gyada

Smooth, creamy peanut porridge, slightly sweet and nutty, often served warm to children and the elderly. 10)

Miyan Yakuwa (Roselle Leaf Soup)

Sour, vibrant soup made with roselle leaves, meat, and spices, giving a refreshing tangy flavor profile. 11)

Nama Choma Yobe Style

Charcoal-grilled meat marinated in simple spices, smoky and tender, often served at roadside joints and night markets. 12)

Biri-Biri Sorghum Pancakes

Thin, slightly sour pancakes made from fermented sorghum, eaten with honey, spice paste, or suya sauce. 13)

Gurjiya (Sweet Fried Pastry)

Dough pockets filled with sweet peanuts or coconut, deep-fried and sometimes dipped in syrup; festive and indulgent. 14)

Kunun Zaki

Fermented millet drink sweetened with ginger and sugar; refreshing, lightly spicy, and ideal for hot climates. 15)