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miyar kuka

Traditional dish from Nigeria

About miyar kuka

type of soup made from powdered baobab leaves; popular in Nigeria and Ghana

Miyar kuka or miyan kuka, also known as luru soup, is a type of soup popular among West Africa’s Sahelian ethnic groups. The soup is made from powdered baobab leaves. It is usually served with tuwo or fufu. A seasonal variant of this soup is made using fresh mashed baobab leaves. This variant is only available during the rainy season when fresh baobab leaves are available.

Components

  • palm oil
  • baobab leaf

Dietary Information

Traditional Nigeria cuisine

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