Nigeria is a country with diverse cultures and this means diverse delicacies. Some of these delicacies can be found on the streets and we have curated a list of some of them.
Check out the 15 street delicacies you should try in Nigeria
1. Akara (Bean Cake)
Eaten alone or paired with bread, garri or pap, you can't deny the deliciousness of this street beauty especially when fried right.
2. Agege and Ewa Goyin
This is a partnership that never fails. The pairing is so awesome that even the sellers walk together because what is Ewa Agoyin without Agege bread to eat it with?
3. Bayelsa Suya
They may be worms but a lot of people in the south-south region of Nigeria can attest to the fact that they are a delight.
4. Snail Kebab
Who doesn't love well-seasoned snails put on a stick and within easy reach?!
5. Boli/Bole
Boli or Bole? It's all semantics. This is grilled plantain that could be eaten with a peppered sauce made from palm oil or with groundnut. What's your preference? How ripe do you like your plantain?
6. Kpokpo Garri
Mostly found in the southern region of Nigeria especially around Itsekiri, Ijaw, Isoko and Urhobo people, this could be served with groundnut or grilled fish.
7. Okpa
This is quite popular in the Eastern part of Nigeria. It is a street food made from Bambara nuts.
8. Gala and Lacasera
You can't have spent time in traffic and not have tasted this combo.
9. Abacha
Abacha is known as African Salad and its a popular Nigerian snack made with dried shredded cassava and other ingredients.
10. Corn and Pear
Boiled or roasted, when it is corn season, the best combination is with pear that has been boiled or roasted as well.
11. Moimoi (Bean Pudding)
Moi Moi is a cooked bean pudding made from grounded peeled beans, onion and other spices. It is either wrapped in leaves, nylon or cooked in a plastic bowl
12. Puff Puff
Also a party favourite, puff puff is made from flour that has been deep fried. It is safe to say this is the king of finger foods in Nigeria.
13. Kuli Kuli
This is a snack made from groundnut paste that has been spiced and it is cut into a variety of shapes.
14. Kilishi
This is marinated beef that has been cut into razor-thin slices and sun-dried. It is a spicy Northern delicacy enjoyed by almost everyone.
15. Suya
This is one delicacy that has been known to be only available at night for the most part. This could be barbecued meat, fish or chicken.
What is your best street delicacy and which ones can be found around your area?