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Ask what the national dish of Nigeria is and the answer is jollof rice: smoky one-pot rice steeped in tomato, pepper and pride. Start with our Jollof Rice recipe, then browse 138 more Nigerian classics, from everyday cooking to festive specialities.

The Most Famous Nigerian Dishes

  1. Jollof rice

    Jollof Rice is the subject of an argument that has run for decades and shows no sign of ending. Ghana claims it, Nigeria claims it, Senegal invented the ancestor. The Nigerian …

  2. Nigerian Pepper Soup

    Discover Pepper Soup, one of Nigeria's most cherished comfort foods. This warming bowl of spicy, fragrant broth is built around tender meat, fish or seafood, gently simmered with a …

  3. Akara

    Meet Akara, one of Nigeria's most beloved snacks, crisp, golden bean cakes made from puréed black-eyed beans, onions and a handful of warming spices. Fried until deeply golden and …

  4. Egusi Soup

    Discover Egusi Soup, one of Nigeria's most treasured dishes. This rich, hearty stew is built around ground melon seeds that thicken the pot and lend it a wonderfully nutty depth. …

  5. Suya

    Meet Suya, one of Nigeria's best-loved street foods. Skewers of marinated meat are grilled over glowing coals until smoky and tender, then coated in a punchy blend of ground …

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National Dish Nigeria: Masa (Recipe)

Discover Masa, one of Nigeria’s most cherished little treats. These light, airy rice cakes turn up in kitchens across the …

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National Dish Nigeria: Kwado (Recipe)

Meet Kwado, a hearty Nigerian dish that brings people together around the table. This warming pot combines fresh okra, tender beef …

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What is the national dish of Nigeria?

The national dish of Nigeria is jollof rice, smoky one-pot rice steeped in tomato, pepper and pride. You will find a step-by-step recipe for it on this page, alongside 138 more authentic Nigerian recipes.

What food is Nigeria famous for?

Beyond jollof rice, Nigeria is famous for dishes like Nigerian Pepper Soup, Akara and Egusi Soup. This page collects 139 authentic Nigerian recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.