Jack’s Empowerment and Inspiration: 206. TRADITIONAL MEALS - Jack’s Japa Empowerment - Nijaa Diaspora Empowerment - Baba Londoner - Empowering Immigrants

Sunday, 21 September 2025

206. TRADITIONAL MEALS - Jack’s Japa Empowerment - Nijaa Diaspora Empowerment - Baba Londoner - Empowering Immigrants - Jack Lookman

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One of the most comforting ways for Nigerians living overseas to maintain a sense of home is through traditional meals. Jollof rice, egusi soup, plantains, and suya are more than just foods; they are cultural artefacts that transcend national boundaries. However, there are advantages and disadvantages to preparing and consuming Nigerian food outside. You risk losing touch with your culinary culture or going over budget due to desires if you're not deliberate.

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Fortunately, Nigerian cuisine is widely available. There are African stores, eateries, and marketplaces everywhere from Brooklyn, New York, to Peckham, London. You can find practically everything you grew up eating, including palm oil, stockfish, and yam. Unfortunately, they are not inexpensive. A tuber of yam abroad might cost what a full basket costs in Nigeria. This is why planning is key. Instead of shopping impulsively, identify affordable stores, bulk-buy when you can, and learn substitutions when necessary. For example, spinach can replace ugu, and turkey can replace goat meat in certain dishes.

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It's always less expensive and healthier to cook at home rather than dine out. Nigerian eateries overseas are great, but if you eat them every day, your budget would blow out. Even if they are simple, learn how to prepare your favourite foods. You may learn how to make any food from scratch with the help of recipe blogs and YouTube videos. Additionally, use your imagination—mixing local and Nigerian components might occasionally result in novel flavours that bring back memories of your hometown.

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Raising children abroad also involves traditional cuisine. Many Nigerian parents find it upsetting when their children refuse to eat pepper soup, amala, eba, or fufu in favour of pizza, chips and burgers. The secret is to disclose early, not to force. Make it enjoyable, serve Nigerian food with their preferred Western fare, and share the culinary origins. Over time, children shall grow to appreciate both. This helps them carry their identity proudly without feeling like outsiders.

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