Ukwa (African breadfruit porridge)

Ukwa is a staple food in eastern Nigeria, particularly among the Igbo people. It has two distinct recipes. The first involves cooking ukwa with potash, while the second entails separating the seeds from the water, mashing them with various ingredients, and serving them alongside the cooked ukwa.

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General Info & Pricing

60 Mins

Session Duration

beginner

Level

$10

Private Session

N/A

Group Class

Ingredients

1kg (2.2lbs) dry ukwa
1-2 cooking spoons palm oil
Food tenderizer (edible potash)
1 cut Dry fish
Habanero pepper (to your taste)
Leafy Vegetable
Salt (to taste)
Ogiri Igbo (optional)
Corn (optional)

Tips & Swaps

No tips available.

Preparation

Refer to ingredients list.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories3840 kcal
Protein150 g
Fat95 g
Carbohydrates600 g
Fiber40 g
Sodium2600 mg
Cholesterol180 mg

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