As Nigerians, we have access to a wide variety of healthy food and spices. Different regions and cultures have created their special dishes which they’re known for including protein-rich Nigerian meals.
However, most of our well-known staples are carbohydrates. We eat a lot of carbs and tend to ignore other important nutrients like proteins.
Eating foods that are rich in protein is important, especially for young adults, so we made a list of 5 Nigerian meals that are rich in protein and you can always enjoy.
Ewa Agoyin
Ewa Agoyin is made from a special type of beans. Beans have a large concentration of both carbohydrates and proteins.
Ewa Agoyin is a popular delicacy in South Western Nigeria, especially Lagos. It is eaten with a lot of stew and fish. A serving of Eden’s Ewa Agoyin has 46.4g of protein and 590 kcal.
Egusi Soup
Egusi seeds which are ground to make Egusi soup and Egusi pepper soup are also a very rich source of protein. They contain a large amount of fats and oils.
Egusi can be eaten alone, with rice, or with any kind of swallow (Eba, pounded yam, semo, fufu, etc). We have also heard rumours that some Nigerians eat it with bread. If you’re one of those, you can talk to us and ask for help. Eden’s Egusi Soup contains 36.3g of protein and 769 kcal.
Ogbono Soup
Ogbono soup is one of the most popular Nigerian soups. The unique taste and texture is a delight to many. The seeds which are ground to make the soup are a very rich source of protein and contain several other nutrients like iron and calcium that are beneficial to the body.
Ogbono soup is also made with a lot of fish and meat which are very good sources of protein. A pack of Eden’s Ogbono contains 21.2g of protein and 362 kcal.
Moi-Moi and Akara
Moi-Moi and Akara are made from ground beans. The major difference is that Akara, also called bean cake, is fried while Moi Moi is steamed.
Of both, Moi Moi is a healthier option because it is boiled, and other proteinous foods like eggs and fish can be added to it. It can also be eaten alone or with other meals. Eden’s Moi-Moi has 18g of protein and 712 kcal.
Okpa
Okpa is mostly found in the Eastern part of Nigeria. It is also called Bambara Nut Pudding because it is prepared from Bambara nut. It is a local delicacy that is tasty, very rich in protein, and a great meal for people who want to lose weight.
Incorporating protein and other nutrients into your daily meals is a task that requires a lot of intentionality.
There’s also some amount of nutritional expertise that can help you get the best meal combinations for a very healthy diet.
Eden Life has got you on both ends with delicious meals that have been intentionally curated by nutritional experts and cooked to perfection.
All our meals are balanced, and healthy and will provide you with all the nutrients you need in the right proportions.
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