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40 Easy Naija Recipes: African Ingredients, My Style

Food is more than what we eat — it’s memory, connection, and love on a plate.

In 40 Easy Naija Recipes, Mariam Bashua invites you into her kitchen to rediscover four powerful Nigerian ingredients — ogi, water yam, agbalumo, and plantain — and see just how versatile, comforting, and exciting they can be.

This book was created for:

Home cooks who want bold flavours without complicated steps

Families who love food that feels nourishing and nostalgic

Adults who were told cooking (or following recipes) “wasn’t for them”

Anyone who wants Nigerian-inspired food that fits modern life

Inside, you’ll find:

Easy breakfasts, snacks, main dishes, desserts, and drinks

Clear, straightforward instructions designed for real kitchens

Recipes tested and enjoyed by family first

Dishes that encourage flexibility — because life happens

From creamy ogi bowls and crispy water yam fritters, to tangy agbalumo treats and crowd-pleasing plantain bakes, every recipe is designed to help you cook with confidence, not pressure.

This book is especially close to the author’s heart. Written by an adult with dyslexia, 40 Easy Naija Recipes is proof that you don’t have to be perfect to create something beautiful. Cooking, like life, works best when we allow room for joy, mistakes, and connection.

Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots, exploring Nigerian ingredients for the first time, or simply looking for food that feels like home, this book will meet you there. Simple ingredients. Real flavour. Food made with heart.