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Dodo ikire

Traditional dish from Nigeria

Must Try Street Food Vegetarian

About Dodo ikire

special local snack popular in the southwestern part of Nigeria

Dodo ikire is a Yoruba traditional delicacy from Ikire in Osun State, Nigeria. It was originally made from leftover plantain but today, people prepare it from fresh ingredients which are: over-ripe plantains, pepper, oil and salt. Dodo ikire is black and round or conical in shape.

Key Ingredients

  • banana

Components

  • table salt
  • banana
  • onion
  • peppercorn
  • palm oil

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Nigeria
Traditional Nigeria cuisine

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