It's not that I can't make akara, I just don't feel the need to make it at home, I'd rather just buy it outside 😁
Is there anyone else like me? What food would you rather buy outside than make at home?
INGREDIENTS
Akara
Minced meat (I used plant based crumbles, you can use any protein you like)
Diced onions
Salt and pepper to taste
Spring onions for garnish
Sourdough okpa bread
I did more with fresh corn!
My one goal after buying fresh corn from the farmers market was remixing this @1qfoodplatter Ekoki video. Only to finish shooting and realise remix’ isn’t turned on 😭
Anyhoo, I’m sharing it anyway cause it bangs and I made the Ekoki plant based as usual. Replaced the crayfish and fish with cumin and mushrooms
Used mushroom stock instead of water, the banana leaves from my neighbour's compound did the work and they steamed to perfection in @radiancecookware cast iron dutch oven
Corn is Oka in Igbo, @1qfoodplatter Shebi I did you proud? 🥺
🎥 @_prenuelvisuals
#cornseason #vegetarianinlagos #vegan
December
It’s real guys, I had a long epistle typed up to share these photos with you.
But boy, am I having the time of life and my entire being is filled with joy and gratitude
Gratitude for necessary subtractions and additions
Gratitude for purposeful transitions and discoveries
Gratitude for how far I’ve come, for this chapter of my life, on the journey to becoming a Chef
This Christmas, I made a small batch of Traditional Aged Fruitcake 🎄
Made slowly with soaked fruits, real butter, and warm spices, then left to rest and mature. During aging, each cake is gently fed with rum, allowing the flavours to deepen, soften, and come together beautifully.
It’s rich, moist, and intentionally made, the kind of cake meant for quiet moments, slow bites, and a well-set table.
Very limited pieces available.
For enquiries or reservations, please send a DM.
1st of December, 2025
My neighbour gifted me these handmade shot mugs from Gogotinkpo, Benin republic this morning. And that’s how my month began, with open hands.
So I’m receiving all through December: abundance, blessing, and ease.
Amin
