Buying Nigerian-style fish in Canada
Nigerian fish variety in Canada
Fish is an excellent source of protein and is enjoyed all over the world. Nigeria is no exception, with popular seafood meals such as grilled catfish, stockfish (Oporoko) for soups, fish pies, sardines, and many more. When I first moved to Canada, I missed home and craved the taste of Nigerian grilled fish. I had no choice but to learn to make it myself in a new country.
Now that I have lived in Canada for over two years, let’s explore ten popular fish we enjoyed in Nigeria and where to find them in Canada, either fresh or canned.
Hake Fish
Hake fish are primarily caught along the Atlantic coasts. In Nigeria, it is also called “Panla,” which holds a special place in every kitchen and is a primary ingredient in making Oha, Banga, dried fish stews, native jollof, and other native Nigerian soups. Dried hake fish (Eja Kika) are readily available in markets across Nigeria. […]
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Seasoning Meat
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Baq33qtGteA https://9jafoodie.com/the-perfect-nigerian-fried-rice/
