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⁾