Eba
Prep Time 15 minutes
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4

A popular Nigerian staple made from garri (dried cassava flakes) mixed with hot water to form a smooth, firm dough, served as an accompaniment to soups and stews across Nigeria.

Nutrition & Info

364 kcal per serving
Protein 18.4g
Carbs 31.3g
Fat 18.9g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian vegan gluten-free dairy-free

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring 3 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium-sized pot on high heat.

  2. 2

    Pour the garri into the boiling water gradually while stirring vigorously with a wooden spatula to prevent any lumps from forming.

  3. 3

    Continue stirring and pressing the mixture against the sides of the pot until it forms a smooth, firm dough that pulls away cleanly from the sides.

  4. 4

    Scoop the eba onto a plate, shape into a smooth mound using a wet spatula, and serve alongside your favorite Nigerian soup such as ogbono, egusi, or okra soup.

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Did You Know?

Eba is the fastest Nigerian swallow to prepare, taking under 5 minutes, making it the go-to comfort food for students and busy professionals across Nigeria.

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