We true foodies know we ought to travel more, and indeed one day we shall. Top on our list of places to try is Calabar- Cross Rivers State- and it really should be top of your list too! These are some of the foods Calabar people rave about (we have this on good authority, mind you).
Of course, Edikang Ikong is first on the list
via No, it’s not efo riro, and yes, the preparation is very different.
Apparently, it tastes better than efo riro
via Abak Atama
via It’s not exactly Banga soup, although the preparations are quite similar. Atama leaves are quite magical, we hear.
Abak Nmong Nmong
via For this post, we’ve saved the best for last – Epang Nkukwo
via Delicious Naija
Some people pronounce this as “Epangkwokwo” as well.
We must warn you, this cocoyam-based meal requires quite a bit of work
But this champ pulled it off
Watch the entire video here to see how it’s done
For even more great cooking recipes from all over Nigeria, check out Delicious Naija, from Maggi Nigeria
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