Did someone say titillate?
When it comes to food, delicacies, how they’re prepared and how nutritious they can be, Enugu tops the list. Visitors would like to experience the numerous delicious restaurants in Enugu. You wouldn’t want to leave the state of Enugu once you’d had these meals. That, we can promise. The good thing is you can get these foods anywhere in the country and even outside the country.
We have some restaurants and fast foods that actually sell these locally made meals outside the country and although, the price may be steep a bit, it’s totally worth it. Well, it’s cheaper in the country but outside, the price is on the high side due to the unavailability of ingredients and export charges.
So, let’s check out some of these foods:
Agbugbu
The majority of Enugu residents love agbugbu, and most tourists usually fall in love with it right away. Porridge made from yam and pigeon peas, a perennial legume found in tropical and subtropical regions that is a member of the Fagaceae family. To prepare the dinner, simply simmer the pigeon peas until they are tender, then gently mash and cook the yam with a bit of water until it is tender. Typically, palm oil, onion, and pepper sauce are served with it.
Okpa
Okpa, a well-known Igbo delicacy from Eastern Nigeria that originated in Enugu, is a popular food in Enugu. It is also referred to as lion’s food or the king’s feast. Okpa is made using flour from bambara nuts. Because only a few ingredients are required, and it only needs to cook for 45 to 50 minutes. Okpa is exceptionally easy to prepare. Almost everywhere in the city’s restaurants and parks, vendors in Enugu serve Okpa, which is often wrapped in banana leaves or thin white nylon bags. The best accompaniments to Okpa are soft drinks, Pap, or soaked garri. There are still options available for travelers who did not spend enough money or who forgot to do so at the state capital. If you don’t eat okpa while you’re in Enugu, your trip isn’t complete.
Abacha
Enugu’s Abacha is another another delicious treat you shouldn’t miss when in Enugu. Abacha, is a traditional Igbo dish from Eastern Nigeria that originated in Enugu and is also known as African salad. It is made with cassava. Abacha is typically served as a welcome dish before the main course to guests. It can be served as an appetizer or the main course. There are numerous ways to make Abacha depending on the neighborhood or family you visit. In Enugu, Abacha is a staple of every festivity. There are numerous methods to prepare Abacha, and fresh palm wine is the ideal accompaniment.
Nkwobi
The name Nkwobi gives away how scrumptious the cuisine would be. I want to remain in my dreamland or go back to Enugu state whenever I think of Nkwobi. Popular among the people of Enugu, Nkwobi is a much-loved delicacy in the eastern part of Nigeria. It can be made with cow meat, goat meat, stock fish, or even chicken. The most well-known nkwobi are Isi Ewu, also known as “goat head,” “cow tail,” “cow leg,” or “kpomo nkwobi. Most people don’t prepare Nkwobi at home since it takes a lot of time, therefore they prefer to get it from restaurants and local establishments that cook it in huge quantities, except for a few places in Enugu. Nkwobi is best taken with palm wine or beer, but for some people preferable soft drink.
Achicha
One is compelled to visit Enugu state after hearing how good Achicha is in the testimonials. Achicha is a traditional dish made by the Enugu people from dried coco yam. It can be made with fresh Akidi, also known as fio fio, or it can be made on its own with just a scent leaf. Both residents of Enugu State and visitors enjoy Achicha, which is mostly made by the residents of the Enugu State communities of Awgu, Nsukka, and Ezeagu.
Ukwa
One of the most common foods consumed by Igbo people is Ukwa. The ingredients are fresh breadfruit. The seeds are shelled, cleaned, then boiled in water with crystal soda (akanwu) until they are soft enough to eat. Rice can also be used to cook Ukwa. Some people separate the water from the food after cooking and then drink it. When you visit Enugu state, I am sure you won’t want to miss eating Ukwa.
Akidi
Akidi, a little bean seed with a reddish or black appearance, is most frequently found in the northern region of Igbo nation, particularly in Enugu state. Akidi, a legume prized for its high protein content, is a staple diet of the Enugu people. You can make Akidi on your own by mixing it with Ugba, yam, or Abacha.
These are some popular food in Enugu, so, what’s stopping you from visiting the state?
