As it is known, plantain is one nutritious food that has so many health benefits. Plantain is not only a good source of vitamins, potassium and antioxidants, it also supports the immune system, and helps reduce cardiovascular risk.
Plantain can be enjoyed in so many different ways, and here are some different ways to enjoy it.
1. Amala
Amala is made from plantain and it is indigenous to the yorubas. Amala can be prepared by mixing plantain flour with boiling water until it forms a thick paste. It is mostly eaten with ewedu, or any other soup.
2. Boiled plantain
This is the most popular way of enjoying plantain. Simply boil your plantain and enjoy it with vegetable sauce, tomato sauce or stew.
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3. Plantain Frittata
Plantain Frittata is another delicious way to enjoy plantain. It involves plantain and eggs cooked slightly different. Just cook fried plantains, eggs, vegetables and meat together in a frying/baking pan as a casserole and cook on your stove or in the oven. It is perfect for breakfast.
4. Ukodo
This is another way of enjoying plantain, and this special dish is peculiar to the Urhobo tribe. This dish is prepared with yam, spices, goat meat and other native spices. It is best eaten on cold mornings.
5. Plantain pottage
Plantain pottage is peculiar to the people of Bayelsa State. It is prepared with plantain, dried fish, scent leaf and palm oil.
Which is your favourite way of enjoying plantain?
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